Western experts rethink Russia risk in Korea crisis
Western military and diplomatic circles reassess the danger from Russia amid the Korean conflict. They fear Moscow may risk war sooner than thought, prompting accelerated Western European defense plans. The United States seeks to reallocate funds to ground and tactical air forces while France may shift naval budgets to army and air forces to bolster a rapid defense posture.
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Western European plan to add 20 divisions by next year
Kingsbury Smith reports that Western European allies are reviewing plans to create 20 new divisions by the end of next year as part of a speed-up rearmament program tied to the Korean war. The effort aims to meet Atlantic pact targets, enhance air force strength, and may divert Marshall Plan funds, with discussions in London among pact deputies.
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The Air Force will order 50 reserve chaplains and an undisclosed number of women reservists to active duty. Called chaplains will be captains or first lieutenants under 42. The service also seeks 300 additional churchgroups recruits for future reserve commissions. WAF members will be included in the recall of reserves.
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