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Soviet Defense Spending: A History Of Cia Estimates, 19501990 (Volume 58) (Williamsford Texas A&M University Military History,New
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During The Cold War, When The United States' Intelligence Efforts Were Focused On The Soviet Union, One Of The Primary Tasks Of The Central Intelligence Agency Was To Estimate Soviet Defense Spending. Because This Information Was Used For Planning By The U.S. Military, The Executive Branch, And Congress, The Cia'S Estimates Were Usually Right In The Middle Of One Of The Biggest And Most Enduring Political Battles In Washingtonthe Annual Struggle Over The Size Of The U.S. Defense Budget.Despite This Central Role The Cia Estimates Played In Governmental And Public Debate Throughout The Decades Of The Cold War, The Need To Protect Sensitive Intelligence Sources And Methods Meant That Only Summary Information About Them Could Be Made Public. With The Breakup Of The Soviet Union, That Need For Sensitivity Has Greatly Diminished, And For The First Time, A Thorough, Unclassified Presentation Of Cia Estimates Of Soviet Defense Spending From Those Years Has Been Made.In Soviet Defense Spending: A History Of Cia Estimates, 19501990, Noel E. Firth And James H. Noren, Who Spent Much Of Their Long Cia Careers Estimating And Studying Soviet Defense Spending, Provide A Closer Look At Those Estimates And Consider How And Why They Were Made. In The Process, The Authors Chronicle The Development Of A Significant Intelligence Analytic Capability. Firth And Noren Also Explain What The Cia Has Learned, Since The Collapse Of The Soviet Union, About The Ussr'S Actual Militaryspending During The Cold War.For Historians And Political Scientists Interested In The Cold War, U.S.Soviet Relations, The Politics Of Defense Spending, And The History Of U.S. Intelligence And Estimation Of Soviet Forces, Soviet Defense Spending Will Be A Valuable And Enlightening Explanation Of A Crucial Part Of The U.S. Intelligence System. Students Of Soviet Economic And Political History Will Find It Useful As An Overview Of Soviet Military Development And As An Informative Slice Of The History Of U.S.Soviet Relations.
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- Q: What is the page count of this book? A: This book has two hundred eighty-eight pages. It provides a comprehensive look at CIA estimates of Soviet defense spending.
- Q: What are the dimensions of this book? A: The dimensions of the book are six point twenty-four inches in length, one point sixteen inches in width, and nine point twenty-five inches in height.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: This book is bound in hardcover. A hardcover binding provides durability and a professional appearance.
- Q: Who are the authors of this book? A: The authors are Noel E. Firth and James H. Noren. Both have extensive backgrounds in estimating Soviet defense spending during their CIA careers.
- Q: What is the genre of this book? A: The genre of this book is military history. It specifically focuses on economic policy and development related to defense spending.
- Q: How can I use this book for research? A: You can use this book as a primary source for understanding CIA estimates of Soviet defense spending during the Cold War. It's valuable for historians and political scientists.
- Q: Is this book suitable for students? A: Yes, this book is suitable for students studying Soviet economic and political history. It offers an informative overview of military development.
- Q: What age group is this book appropriate for? A: This book is appropriate for adults and advanced students. It covers complex themes related to the Cold War and intelligence.
- Q: How should I store this book? A: Store this book in a cool, dry place to maintain its condition. Keeping it upright in a bookshelf is recommended.
- Q: Is this book in good condition? A: Yes, it is labeled as a used book in good condition. The book shows signs of previous use but remains readable.
- Q: What if I receive a damaged copy of this book? A: If you receive a damaged copy, you should contact the seller for a return or exchange. Most sellers have return policies in place.
- Q: Can I return this book if I don't like it? A: Yes, you can return this book according to the seller's return policy. Be sure to check the specific terms for your purchase.
- Q: Does this book contain sensitive information? A: No, the book presents unclassified information about CIA estimates. It aims to provide transparency regarding past intelligence efforts.
- Q: Is this book part of a series? A: Yes, this book is part of the Williams-Ford Texas A&M University Military History Series. It contributes to the broader understanding of military history.
- Q: What insights can I gain from this book? A: You can gain insights into how the CIA estimated Soviet defense spending and the political implications of these estimates during the Cold War.