Formation of U.S. Security Assistance Policy: 1947-1959

Author

Gregory S. Mazul

Date of Award

9-1997

Document Type

Thesis

Degree Name

Master of Science

Abstract

Security assistance has played a vital role in the formation of foreign policy objectives throughout United States history. It is generally accepted that a formal security assistance program was initiated in the U.S. following the conclusion of World War II with the signing of the Greek Turkish Aid Bill. From this point forward the U.S. would embark on a global attempt to shape the world political environment to suit our own national objectives and priorities. The period between 1947 and 1959 offers a unique look at the formative years of our national security assistance program both in terms of world events as well as debate surrounding the program. This thesis investigates the evolution of the program through an intensive historical literature review of major pieces of legislation and doctrines during the time period between 1947 through 1959.

AFIT Designator

AFIT-GCM-LAL-97S-10

DTIC Accession Number

ADA329987

Comments

Presented to the Faculty of the Graduate School of Logistics and Acquisition Management of the Air Force Institute of Technology

Recommended Citation

Mazul, Gregory S., "Formation of U.S. Security Assistance Policy: 1947-1959" (1997). Theses and Dissertations. 6007.
https://scholar.afit.edu/etd/6007