ABSTRACT

In this study, first published in 1966, Quester analyzes pre-nuclear age theories of deterrence to equip us with perspective and data by which current theories can be evaluated. Quester presents a forceful argument in support of the relevance of history to discussions of military strategy.

chapter Chapter I|5 pages

Introduction

chapter Chapter II|11 pages

Development of the Threat 1899-1914

chapter Chapter III|15 pages

The German Initiative 1914-1917

chapter Chapter IV|18 pages

The Allied Response 1917-1918

chapter Chapter V|32 pages

Attempts to Eliminate the Menace 1919-1933

chapter Chapter VI|23 pages

The Race to Rearm 1933-1939

chapter Chapter VII|18 pages

The Breakdown in Europe 1939-1941

chapter Chapter VIII|13 pages

The Problem Spreads Overseas 1937-1941

chapter Chapter IX|23 pages

Unlimited Air War in Europe 1941-1945

chapter Chapter X|13 pages

Culmination in the Pacific 1941-1945

chapter Chapter XI|16 pages

Conclusions