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Scope and Contents This address explores the integral relationship between logistics and strategy within military operations and emphasizes the importance of logistical planning in achieving strategic objectives. Carney argues that logistics and strategy are so closely intertwined that they could be considered a single concept. He underscores that without logistical support, the most meticulously crafted strategy remains unachievable. The address highlights the evolution of logistical thinking within the Navy, particularly after World War I and II, where the critical role of logistics in supporting prolonged campaigns and operations became evident.The speech touches on the impact of technological advancements, such as air power and atomic energy, on logistics and strategy. Carney stresses that these developments increase the complexity of logistics and, consequently, the burden on national economies and military forces. He suggests that the atomic age adds a new layer to logistical considerations, making traditional "conventional" weapons still necessary and implying that logistics in the atomic era involves managing both conventional and nuclear arsenals.Carney discusses the organizational aspects of logistics, pointing out the necessity for a coordinated effort involving military and civilian sectors to ensure effective logistical support. He emphasizes the need for military personnel, especially those in command positions, to have a thorough understanding of...

Scope and Contents This address was delivered at the Naval War College on June 7, 1955, by Admiral Robert Carney, then Chief of Naval Operations. It was reproduced for participants in the Seventh Annual Global Strategy Discussions at the Naval War College. Vice Admiral L. D. McCormick, President of the Naval War College, provides a foreword.The address covers a broad range of topics concerning the significance, development, and strategic implications of sea power in the context of national strategy and global security dynamics. Carney discusses the need for a continuous "new look" in the realm of national strategy due to the fast-paced changes in the world, particularly emphasizing the critical role of the sea and sea power across different eras, especially in the atomic age.Carney outlines the historical evolution of sea power and its principles, referencing influential figures such as Themistocles, Sir Walter Raleigh, President Washington, and Theodore Roosevelt. It also discusses Alfred Thayer Mahan's contributions to understanding sea power's influence on history and geopolitics.Carney reflects on the implications of technological advancements, including atomic power and guided missiles, on the strategies related to sea power. He stresses the importance of adapting to these changes while maintaining an understanding of the enduring principles of sea power.The lecture emphasizes the interconnection between sea power and global strategy, noting the...