The North Atlantic Treaty Organization has been a silent partner on the world stage for more than half of the century and the most successful political-military alliance in history. The United Nations and their peacekeeping efforts have had the spotlight for the past few years. However the driving force behind any successful agreement or, if needed, action on the part of several countries has been because of the strong foundation and experience of NATO and …showed first 75 words of 2666 total…

…showed last 75 words of 2666 total…J., The Last Hundred Days (Random House 1966) T. Caspody, A. Millar, , J. Matousek, “NATO's shaky new triad: the alliance's three prospective members haven't made an informed public choice”, The Nation, March 16, 1998 v266 n10 p18(4) “NATO’s New Challenge: What is NATO Without a Cold War?”, Time International, Dec. 10, pg. 50+ “Open Doors: NATO reaches out to Europe’s other half”, Time International, Dec. 10, 1998 p55 Various information including referrals and title graphic attained at www.nato.com