You have just been appointed the equivalent of the secretary of defense for (1) a great power, (2) a middle power, or (3) a weak power (select one, and specify which one)

Write a memorandum in which you design a military organization suitable to your state's goals (briefly specify what those are). Explain why you have selected this particular configuration.
What will be an ideal response?


Ideal Answer: The ideal answer should include:
1. Outline the relevant characteristics of each power-size option.
2. Assess how to design a military organization best suited to the chosen state's goals, considering goals as related to such issues as economic and military power, regional politics, balancing of power, diplomatic relations, civil-military relations, etc.
3. Explain why the particular configuration was chosen, using the above goals to assist in doing so.
4. Conclude with a concise and effective conclusion

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