The Maintenance of a Full-Time, Standing Army Is a Characteristic

question 39

Short Answer

The maintenance of a full-time, standing army is a characteristic of the form of political organization known as the __________.

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Definitions:

Atomic Bomb

A weapon of mass destruction that utilizes nuclear reactions, specifically fission or a combination of fission and fusion, to release a large amount of energy.

Harry S. Truman

The 33rd President of the United States (1945-1953), known for implementing the Marshall Plan, leading the Cold War's initial stages, and making the decision to use atomic bombs against Japan in WWII.

World's Superpower

A state possessing dominion and significant influence globally through its economic, military, and cultural strength, notably the United States and the Soviet Union during the Cold War.

International Relations

A field of political science that studies the interactions between countries, including diplomacy, conflict, trade policies, and international organizations.