Tensions and Transformations in Post-Korean War Defense Policy

This chapter examines a crucial period in U.S. defense strategy following the Korean War, marked by escalating military budgets and the expansion of the Air Force. It contrasts the U.S. military's push for preparedness against the Soviet Union's peace overtures, revealing the complex geopolitical scenarios at play. Through discussions of economic implications, international relations, and military actions, the chapter highlights the fraught balance between military ambition and political strategy during this transformative era.