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Nuclear Dependence: The Russian Federation's Future Reliance On Nuclear Weapons For National Security, Adam J. Lukszo Jun 2011

Nuclear Dependence: The Russian Federation's Future Reliance On Nuclear Weapons For National Security, Adam J. Lukszo

Electronic Theses and Dissertations

The Russian Federation‘s reliance on nuclear weapons for national security will steadily increase over time. Based on current evidence and historical data, the Russian state will be unable to recruit, arm, train, equip, reform, and fund their conventional forces well enough to match up with capabilities of what it views to be its potential adversaries. Russia‘s historic experience with invasion and vulnerable geographic position reinforce the need for a powerful weapon with which to maintain the current regime and ensure its territorial integrity. Declining demographics and persistent social illnesses will reduce the number of eligible male candidates able to serve …


The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Social Influence: An Empirical Comparison Of Two Theoretical Models, Chauncy Thomas Brinton May 2011

The Relationship Between Self-Esteem And Social Influence: An Empirical Comparison Of Two Theoretical Models, Chauncy Thomas Brinton

Masters Theses, 2010-2019

The relationship between social influence and self-esteem was examined in two studies from the lens of two different theoretical approaches, Leary’s sociometer theory and Henriques’ Unified Theory of Psychology (HUTP). Whereas sociometer theory contends that self-esteem functions completely as a barometer of relational value, HUTP posits that human self-esteem should also be significantly influenced by the cultural context, especially the extent to which self-enhancement is justified. This conception leads to the prediction that socialization will influence self-esteem, after controlling for social influence. Specifically, individuals socialized to self-enhance should demonstrate higher levels of self-esteem after controlling for social influence. Two studies …


The Georgian Crisis And U.S.-Russian Relations, Ekaterina Chertkova Jan 2011

The Georgian Crisis And U.S.-Russian Relations, Ekaterina Chertkova

All Theses and Dissertations (ETDs)

Since the end of the Cold War, the U.S.-Russian relations, perplexed by constant strains and unresolved contradictions, shifted like a precarious seesaw. The former Soviet space has become a stage for an ambitious political game for regional supremacy between Moscow and Washington. Russia, eager to reestablish its great power status has tried to find a balance between collaboration with the West and its neo-imperialistic ambitions, aiming to preserve the control over its traditional sphere of influence. Washington, allured by the area’s natural resources riches, and after 9/11 terrorist attacks, in need of the region’s strategic location, has been creating its …


Lev Trotsky And The Red Army In The Russian Civil War, 1917-1921, John M. Kelsey Jan 2011

Lev Trotsky And The Red Army In The Russian Civil War, 1917-1921, John M. Kelsey

CMC Senior Theses

A study of Lev Trotsky's leadership role in constructing the Red Army during the Russian Civil War. Beginning with his appointment in March 1918, Trotsky transformed the Bolsheviks' military policy to adopt more conventional fighting techniques.


North Korea And Support To Terrorism: An Evolving History, Bruce E. Bechtol, Jr. May 2010

North Korea And Support To Terrorism: An Evolving History, Bruce E. Bechtol, Jr.

Journal of Strategic Security

The DPRK's (Democratic People's Republic of Korea or North Korea) support for terrorism began as an ideologically-based policy financed by the Soviet Union that eventually led to a policy designed to put money into the coffers of the elite in Pyongyang—in short, a "proliferation for hire" policy. This article articulates a brief history of the North Korean regime, the rise to power of Kim Il-sung and his son, Kim Jong-il, and North Korea's persistent support to terrorist groups around the globe.


Critical Geopolitics Of Islam In Astrakhan, Russia: Mosque Construction And Community Building, Meagan Lucinda Todd Jan 2010

Critical Geopolitics Of Islam In Astrakhan, Russia: Mosque Construction And Community Building, Meagan Lucinda Todd

University of Kentucky Master's Theses

This thesis examines how and under what influences communities of Islamic faith have developed in post-Soviet Russia. My arguments are based on research conducted in Astrakhan, Russia in the summer of 2009. Astrakhan is the capital of Astrakhan Oblast in southwest Russia and has a reputation for being a multi-confessional and multi-ethnic city. Astrakhan is home to Russians, Tatars, Kazakhs, Kalmyks, and many other nationalities. I draw from interviews and newspaper analysis to examine what the local landscape of Islam looks like in Astrakhan, how has it changed since the collapse of the USSR, and what future trends are emerging. …


Selling Its Future Short: Armenia's Economic And Security Relations With Russia, Ian J. Mcginnity Jan 2010

Selling Its Future Short: Armenia's Economic And Security Relations With Russia, Ian J. Mcginnity

CMC Senior Theses

It is necessary and desirable for Armenia to retain close relations with Russia in both the short and long term. However, recent concessions to Russia for good relations in the short term may have potentially harmful repercussions for Armenia in the future. These concessions have in part resulted in the Russian dominance in the economic sector, over-dependence on Russia for Armenia’s energy needs, and the perpetuation of Armenian submissiveness to Russian interests. Armenia should, therefore, maintain good relations with Russia while simultaneously securing long-term paths that focus on actual strategic partnership and not dependence. In short, Armenia should return to …


William F. Bahret: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Squire L. Brown, William F. Bahret May 2009

William F. Bahret: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Squire L. Brown, William F. Bahret

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Squire Brown interviewed William Bahret, an authority on radar signature, on May 27, 2009 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Bahret discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War.


Russia’S Conventional Armed Forces And The Georgian War, Roger N. Mcdermott Mar 2009

Russia’S Conventional Armed Forces And The Georgian War, Roger N. Mcdermott

The US Army War College Quarterly: Parameters

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Russia Fires Shot Across Bows Of Eu, Us And Nato, Tom Clonan Jan 2008

Russia Fires Shot Across Bows Of Eu, Us And Nato, Tom Clonan

Articles

As both houses of the Russian parliament call upon President Medvedev to support Abkhazia and South Ossetia’s right to self determination, Russian military commanders would appear to be consolidating a so-called ‘buffer zone’ within Georgia proper. According to Moscow, a battalion of 272 Russian troops will occupy eight ‘forward’ positions up to 15km within Georgia proper along its borders with Abkhazia and South Ossetia. A further 250 Russian troops are set to be deployed to the rear of these positions to perform ‘logistics, engineering and support’ functions. As Russia consolidates its foothold in Georgia, serious questions arise as to the …


Russia And The Cis In 2007 : Putin's Final Year?, Charles E. Ziegler Jan 2008

Russia And The Cis In 2007 : Putin's Final Year?, Charles E. Ziegler

Faculty and Staff Scholarship

Russia in 2007 moved further away from a constitutional order governed by the rule of law as President Vladimir Putin's second term drew to a close and the country prepared for parliamentary and presidential elections. High oil and gas prices buoyed the economy, but little progress was made in addressing Russia's serious social problems. In foreign policy, confrontation with the West was balanced by excellent relations with most of Asia.


James Veghte: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino J. Pasi, James J. Veghte Dec 2007

James Veghte: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino J. Pasi, James J. Veghte

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed James Veghte on December 12, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Veghte discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War.


Richard E. Thomas: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino Pasi, Richard E. Thomas Dec 2007

Richard E. Thomas: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino Pasi, Richard E. Thomas

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed Dr. Richard Thomas on December 5, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Thomas discusses his education, career, intelligence organizations and the development of technology during the Cold War.


Victor Bilek: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Rachel Dehart, Victor Bilek Nov 2007

Victor Bilek: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Rachel Dehart, Victor Bilek

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Rachel DeHart interviewed Victor Bilek on November 14, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Bilek discusses his education in engineering, career, involvement in the intelligence community, and development of military technology during the Cold War.


Gavin D. Jenney: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino J. Pasi, Gavin D. Jenney Sep 2007

Gavin D. Jenney: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Gino J. Pasi, Gavin D. Jenney

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed Gavin Jenney on September 26, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Jenney discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War.


Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall Aug 2007

Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed Frederick T. Rall Jr. on August 31, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Rall discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the first of three interviews with Mr. Rall.


Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 3), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall Aug 2007

Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 3), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed Frederick T. Rall Jr. on August 31, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Rall discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the third of three interviews with Mr. Rall.


Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall Aug 2007

Frederick T. Rall Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Gino J. Pasi, Frederick T. Rall

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Gino Pasi interviewed Frederick T. Rall Jr. on August 31, 2007 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Rall discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the second of three interviews with Mr. Rall.


Law In Times Of War: The Case Of Chechnya, Federico Sperotto Aug 2007

Law In Times Of War: The Case Of Chechnya, Federico Sperotto

Human Rights & Human Welfare

In October 1999 “the second Chechen war” broke out. In December the Russian federal army started an operation to take control of Grozny. During the confrontation between the Federal forces and the Chechen separatists, serious human rights violations occurred. Several cases concerning violations of fundamental rights, in and around the city, have been brought before the European Court of Human Rights against Russia. The lawsuits concerned in particular physical integrity issues. This study provides some insights on the jurisprudence of the European Court on Human Rights in order to ascertain the adequacy of the mechanism of protection provided by the …


Georgia After The Rose Revolution: Geopolitical Predicament And Implications For U.S. Policy, Svante E. Cornell Dr. Apr 2007

Georgia After The Rose Revolution: Geopolitical Predicament And Implications For U.S. Policy, Svante E. Cornell Dr.

Books, Monographs & Collaborative Studies

The attacks on New York and Washington on September 11, 2001, enhanced the importance of both the Transcaucasus and Central Asia to American security. Overflight rights through the Caucasus to Central Asia and Afghanistan are vital components of the ongoing military effort there by both U.S. and NATO forces. But this region has multiple conflicts and fault-lines. As multiple recent crises show, Russo-Georgian tensions connected with South Ossetia and Abkhazia could erupt into open violence at any time. The author outlines the possibilities for conflict in this region and the qualities that make it strategically important, not only for Washington …


Chechnya: Human Rights Issues, Latife Bulur Jan 2007

Chechnya: Human Rights Issues, Latife Bulur

Human Rights & Human Welfare

Chechnya is a country plagued by terrorism and human rights abuses. A primary source of these issues is the unsettled situation between local insurgents and the Russian military. This conflict, increasing in magnitude over time, makes it incredibly difficult to negotiate the terms of Chechnya’s independence perpetuating the crisis. Rising violence fuels Russia’s frustration in addressing the conflict with Chechen groups. Russia has and continues to employ various tactics to minimize the violence, but such tactics have all so far been unsuccessful.


Violations Of Human Rights In The Russian Military, Cathy Smith Jan 2007

Violations Of Human Rights In The Russian Military, Cathy Smith

Human Rights & Human Welfare

In 2005, an estimated 450 deaths were caused by injuries due to internal military violence. The degradation inflicted on Russian soldiers within their regime necessitates reformation by the government and implementation of resolutions. Since the collapse of the Soviet Union, the Russian military has been experiencing heightened levels of personnel decline despite the compulsory draft. The prestige that the Soviet Army of the 1950s received through the late 1980s is dwindling rapidly. Despite the military code of conduct, today’s army is afflicted with perpetual violations of human rights. For the future of the Russian military, extensive action must include systemic …


Ethnic Conflict, Kristina Libby Jan 2007

Ethnic Conflict, Kristina Libby

Human Rights & Human Welfare

Since the fall of the Soviet Union, Russia has experienced high levels of ethnic conflict with regard to exit claims by former satellite states that no longer want to be part of the federation. Exit claims often antagonize the state. However, political leaders of titular ethnicities maximize ethnic revivals to keep traditions alive, and to minimize the amount of exclusion vis-à-vis the center. Massive human rights violations have resulted because of misperceptions between the center and the periphery, especially in Chechnya, the Volga-Ural’s Region and Eastern Siberia.


G. Keith Richey: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Squire L. Brown, G. Keith Richey Aug 2006

G. Keith Richey: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Squire L. Brown, G. Keith Richey

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Squire Brown interviewed G. Keith Richey on August 31, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Richey discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the second of two interviews with Dr. Richey.


G. Keith Richey: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Squire L. Brown, G. Keith Richey Aug 2006

G. Keith Richey: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Squire L. Brown, G. Keith Richey

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Squire Brown interviewed G. Keith Richey on August 24, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Richey discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the first of two interviews with Dr. Richey.


William F. Bahret: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Squire L. Brown, William F. Bahret Aug 2006

William F. Bahret: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Squire L. Brown, William F. Bahret

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Squire Brown interviewed William Bahret on August 22, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Bahret discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War.


Vincent Russo: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Squire L. Brown, Vincent J. Russo Aug 2006

Vincent Russo: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project, Squire L. Brown, Vincent J. Russo

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Squire Brown interviewed Vincent Russo on August 16, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Russo discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War.


Squire Brown: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Christina Douglass, Squire L. Brown Aug 2006

Squire Brown: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 2), Christina Douglass, Squire L. Brown

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Christina Douglass interviewed Squire Brown on August 14, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Brown discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the second of two interviews with Dr. Brown.


Squire Brown: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Christina Douglass, Squire L. Brown Aug 2006

Squire Brown: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 1), Christina Douglass, Squire L. Brown

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Christina Douglass interviewed Squire Brown on August 9, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Dr. Brown discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the first of two interviews with Dr. Brown.


Otto Peter Morgensen Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 3), Lynda Kachurek, Otto Peter Morgensen Jun 2006

Otto Peter Morgensen Jr.: The Cold War Aerospace Technology History Project (Interview 3), Lynda Kachurek, Otto Peter Morgensen

Cold War Aerospace Technology Oral Histories (MS-431)

Lynda Kachurek interviewed Otto Peter Morgensen Jr. on June 5, 2006 for the Cold War Aerospace Technologies History Project. In the interview Mr. Morgensen discusses his role in the development of military technology during the Cold War. This is the third of three interviews with Mr. Morgensen. The date is identified as being June 6, 2006 in the video.