Military Power Is an Important Characteristic of States from a Realist

question 18

Essay

Military power is an important characteristic of states from a realist point of view, but states that are apparently weak seem to win a large share of armed conflicts.
(a) How can we change our definition of military power to reflect this reality?
(b) Are there other types of power that may be more important in predicting military victories?
(c) Should states focus primarily on military power in their security decisions? Why?

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