Double-zero arms pact hides costs for U S Europe defense
Analysis notes hidden traps in Geneva talks over the double-zero plan. The 72 German Pershing 1As and 5820 production plants raise verification and reimbursement questions while Weinberger warns of costly conventional rearmament to deter a Soviet invasion.
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New Marine Corps chief vows basics over careerism
Gen Alfred Gray, six weeks on the job as commandant, outlines a leaner HQ, tighter planning, and stricter training to restore the Marines' warrior focus. He proposes a combat doctrine think tank at Quantico, expanded guard supervision, and a policy that pushes officers to where he assigns them, with Lt. Col. Oliver North’s future in the force under review.
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