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Decatur Daily

Location

Decatur, Alabama, United States of America

Date

Oct 20, 1963

Page

3

U S to Cut Foreign Force Changes Hinted by Gilpatric

Deputy Defense Secretary Roswell L. Gilpatric said changes lie ahead in the size and disposition of U S overseas forces as the United States tests massive airlift capacity with Operation Big Lift deploying a full Army division to Europe this week. He did not offer a timeline but suggested the shifts may not be immediate.

Chicago Roswell L. Gilpatric U.S United States Europe Gilpatric

Overseas forces face gradual reorganization under Gilpatric plan

The article outlines U S military evolution toward maintaining large overseas deployments while trimming noncombat support. It notes air units and six divisions in Western Europe are scheduled for changes as part of a broader strategy to adapt to evolving commitments and alliance needs. The speech was prepared for the United Press International editors conference.

Western Europe Gilpatric United Press International Editors and Publishers U.S United States

Military posture shifts enable rapid U S force deployment

The text notes growing practical changes in U S military power with faster deployment of logistical support and a stronger use of U S based airpower. It contrasts current capabilities with ten years ago when such rapid fielding and reach were not possible.

United States U.S

Goldwater: Old Hands Lose Grip On 1964 Nomination

Sen. Barry Goldwater argues Republican kingmakers have lost influence in selecting the 1964 presidential nominee. He says Eastern financial leaders who backed Dewey Brownell Hall and others are displaced by a new generation of party leaders. Goldwater cites youthful state chairmen and internal party rifts as factors reducing old guard sway.

Washington Barry Goldwater R-Ariz Goldwater Thomas E. Dewey New York Herbert Brownell Leonard W.hall Dewey

White House desk gifted by Britain in early history

The ornate desk in President Kennedy's White House office traces its origins to a gift from Great Britain during the Rutherford B. Hayes era, reflecting a long-standing diplomatic gesture.

President Kennedy White House Great Britain Rutherford B. Hayes

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