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The Baltic Sea, (not) a "NATO sea"?

The Baltic Sea, (not) a "NATO sea"?

Gepostet von | 26 Jan 2024 | , , | 0

Seven of the eight countries bordering the Baltic Sea are members of the Western defence alliance. However, self-assurance regarding NATO dominance is misplaced. In the wake of Russia's war of aggression against Ukraine, Finland and Sweden jointly applied for NATO membership in 2022. Both countries were previously NATO partners with close ties to the alliance, but remained outside the regular treaty structures. Access marineforum digital+ Already a registered user? Log in here now - also MOV members: Username Password Remember meLost your password? Don't have access yet? Click here for the marineforum digital+ subscription: Access to all articles from the marineforum magazine Easy payment via PayPal,...

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The same procedure as every year?

The same procedure as every year?

Gepostet von | 25 Jan 2024 | , , | 0

Dinner for two! A British and a German officer call for more participation in the dialogue. The publication of the declaration of intent by the Inspector of the Navy, Vice Admiral Jan C. Kaack, sparked a discussion between two officers. With the intention of promoting the exchange of opinions and "forcing" young officers into public dialogue, they are making a start by writing down this discussion and hope that many will follow. Access marineforum digital+ Are you already a registered user? Log in here now - also MOV members: Username Password Remember meLost your password? Don't have access yet? Here it goes...

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From school ship to youth hostel

From school ship to youth hostel

Gepostet von | 24 Jan 2024 | , , , | 0

The tall ship AF CHAPMAN is moored in the Swedish capital. After an eventful past, it has been used to accommodate young people for more than 70 years. The AF CHAPMAN in Stockholm is one of the most impressive sights in Swedish maritime and naval history. Launched on 2 March 1888 by the Shipbuilding Company in Whitehaven, England, the iron three-masted full-rigged ship can look back on a long and eventful history. It was built for the Charles E. Martin & Co. shipping company in Dublin and set sail on its maiden voyage to Portland in the United States under the name DUNBOYNE in the year of its completion. Access marineforum digital+ You...

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Bundeswehr to become "fit for war"

Bundeswehr to become "fit for war"

Gepostet von | 22 Jan 2024 | , , | 0

For decades, wars were merely a distant memory for Germans. However, with the turn of the century, a taboo is being shaken. Defence Minister Boris Pistorius wants a "war-ready Bundeswehr, which is to be able to defend itself in all areas and be resilient and ready to fight". This applies to both equipment and personnel: "The yardstick for this is readiness for combat at all times with the claim to success in high-intensity combat." He is thus touching on a taboo in politics and society - both are predominantly pacifist. The Bundeswehr Access marineforum digital+ Are you already a registered user? Log in here now - also MOV members:...

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