Description
In these case studies, the development of Europe's most important naval forces is assessed per the respective strategic framework in which they have operated over the past two decades. Stoehs describes not only the general composition of each force but also the range of their capabilities and their important technical features. His study shows that since the end of the Cold War, all but a few European navies have significantly decreased in size and, thus, have ceded important capabilities along the way.
Based on the understanding of sea power as a prerequisite for political influence and economic health, the consequences of the geopolitical shift toward the Asian-Pacific region, and most importantly the general decline of Europe's traditional naval capabilities, the author concludes that the ability of European states to influence events near and abroad by means of their naval forces has atrophied and will continue to be called into question in the future.
About the Author
Jeremy Stoehs is an Austrian-American defense analyst at the Institute for Security Policy at Kiel University (ISPK) and its adjunct Center for Maritime Strategy & Security. He is also a non-resident fellow of the Austrian Center for Intelligence, Propaganda and Security Studies. Jeremy has studied in Austria, Germany, and theUnited States, holds a mastera's degree in history and English. Prior to his studies, he worked in law enforcement with the Austrian Federal Police.
Reviews
"For anyone interested in contemporary naval matters, twenty-first century international relations, and geopolitics, this is the book to read. Jeremy Stoehs should be congratulated for having the nerve to write it, and for challenging readers to disagree. Thoroughly recommended." - The Naval Review
"A thought-provoking and sensible analysis." - Ausmarine
"The Decline of European Naval Forces is ... a valuable critique, and an important read for anyone concerned about the European and Western security." - Strategy Page
"This book deserves a wide readership... an important wake-up call and an impressive debut for a new naval analyst." - Navy News
"The book is a strong analysis of how, for many years, European fleets have been subjected to cuts in order to pick up a 'Peace Dividend' and the consequences that we must now live with.... The Decline of European Naval Forces is therefore clearly commendable and interesting." - Kongressen.com
"Well written and didactic, it gives a good view of the evolution of the navies since the end of the cold war." - Defense24.news
Book Information
ISBN 9781682473085
Author Jeremy Stoehs
Format Hardback
Page Count 312
Imprint Naval Institute Press
Publisher Naval Institute Press
Weight(grams) 632g
