so that the united states could fight in any situation...
The flexible response was for responding to war with flexible whatevers
to enable the United Sates to pursue a "flexible response" defense policy
to enable the United Sates to pursue a "flexible response" defense policy
Flexible Response.
Flexible Response is a type of defense strategy of the United States and itÕs enforced by John F. Kennedy in 1961. This defense strategy is giving the United States the capability to use nuclear arms in full-spectrum warfare.
Robert McNamara was in the defense department under President Kennedy.
President Kennedy favored a defense policy known as "flexible response." This strategy aimed to provide the United States with a range of options to respond to various threats, rather than relying solely on nuclear deterrence. Flexible response included conventional military forces, counterinsurgency capabilities, and support for allied nations, allowing for a more graduated approach to conflict. This policy was particularly relevant during the Cold War, as it sought to address the complexities of global tensions without immediately escalating to nuclear war.
Robert McNamara ran the defense department under President Kennedy.
massive retalliation yo:)
JFK's Secretary of Defense was Robert McNamara.
President John F. Kennedy's flexible response defense policy aimed to provide the United States with a range of military options to address various levels of conflict, rather than relying solely on nuclear deterrence. This strategy sought to enhance the U.S. ability to respond to conventional threats, insurgencies, and nuclear crises with appropriate military force. It emphasized the importance of being able to engage in limited warfare and counterinsurgency efforts, thereby promoting a more adaptable and nuanced approach to Cold War challenges. Ultimately, flexible response was intended to deter aggression while minimizing the risk of escalating conflicts into nuclear confrontations.
President Kennedy.