NATO – Further Reading

1. Joseph Jockel, “Canada in NORAD, 1957-2007: A History”

  • Although primarily focused on NORAD, Jockel’s work provides important insights into Canada’s broader military alliances, including its role in NATO. The book explores how Canada’s defense relationship with the United States shaped its contributions to NATO’s strategic goals.

2. David G. Haglund, “The North Atlantic Triangle Revisited: Canadian Grand Strategy at Century’s End”

  • Haglund examines Canada’s strategic thinking in relation to NATO and its position between the United States and Europe. The book provides a broad overview of Canada’s military contributions to NATO and how these fit into the larger context of Canadian defense policy.

3. Kim Richard Nossal, “Charlie Foxtrot: Fixing Defence Procurement in Canada”

  • Nossal’s book focuses on the challenges Canada faces in terms of military procurement, which has directly impacted its role in NATO. The book discusses how Canada’s military procurement issues have influenced its capacity to meet NATO commitments and play an active role in alliance operations.

4. Joel Sokolsky, “Canada and NATO: From Cold War to Present-Day Conflicts”

  • Sokolsky’s work provides an in-depth analysis of Canada’s military role in NATO from the Cold War to recent conflicts. It covers key military operations and commitments made by Canada, including peacekeeping missions and participation in NATO-led operations such as Afghanistan and Libya.

5. Sean M. Maloney, “Learning to Love the Bomb: Canada’s Nuclear Weapons during the Cold War”

  • Maloney’s book examines Canada’s involvement in NATO’s nuclear strategy during the Cold War. It explores how Canada’s military participated in NATO’s nuclear deterrence strategy and the broader defense commitments Canada made to the alliance.

6. Sean M. Maloney, “Securing Command of the Sea: NATO Naval Planning, 1948-1954”

  • Maloney’s book focuses on the naval aspects of Canada’s role in NATO during the early years of the alliance. It details Canada’s contributions to NATO naval operations and the strategic importance of Canadian waters and naval forces in the Cold War defense strategy.

7. Andrew Richter, “Avoiding Armageddon: Canadian Military Strategy and Nuclear Weapons, 1950-63”

  • Richter’s analysis of Canadian military strategy during the early Cold War period focuses on Canada’s involvement in NATO and its contributions to the alliance’s nuclear weapons policies. The book provides insights into Canada’s military commitments to NATO and how the country balanced its peacekeeping role with Cold War defense obligations.

8. Douglas L. Bland, “Canada’s National Defence: Defence Policy”

  • This volume explores Canada’s defense policy, including its commitments to NATO. It provides a comprehensive overview of Canada’s military contributions to NATO operations and how Canadian defense strategies have evolved to meet the needs of the alliance.

9. Michael K. Carroll, “Pearson’s Peacekeepers: Canada and the United Nations Emergency Force, 1956-67”

  • Carroll’s book examines Canada’s dual role as a peacekeeper and a NATO ally during the Cold War. It explores the balancing act between Canada’s peacekeeping image and its military commitments to NATO, providing insights into how Canada navigated its defense responsibilities during this period.

10. Patrick Lennox, “At Home and Abroad: The Canada-US Relationship and Canada’s Place in the World”

  • Lennox’s book discusses Canada’s strategic military relationships, particularly with the United States, and how these relationships have influenced its role in NATO. The book includes analysis of Canada’s military participation in NATO operations and its contributions to the alliance’s strategic goals.

11. Paul Robinson, “Canada and the Ukrainian Crisis: Beyond NATO or Back to Cold War?”

  • This book explores Canada’s recent role in NATO, particularly in relation to the Ukrainian crisis and the resurgence of tensions with Russia. It provides insights into Canada’s military strategies within NATO and its participation in the alliance’s response to the conflict in Eastern Europe.

12. Peter Gizewski, “Canada and NATO Enlargement: Examining the Challenges”

  • Gizewski’s book analyzes Canada’s position on NATO enlargement and how this expansion impacted Canada’s military commitments to the alliance. It explores the strategic and political challenges of expanding NATO’s membership and Canada’s role in shaping the alliance’s future.

13. Joel Sokolsky and Joseph T. Jockel, “Canada in NATO, 1949-1989: The Evolution of a Commitment”

  • This work provides a historical overview of Canada’s involvement in NATO from its founding in 1949 through the end of the Cold War. The book examines the evolution of Canada’s military contributions to NATO and the challenges it faced in maintaining its commitments to the alliance.

14. David Pratt, “Canada and the Future of NATO: New Strategies, New Roles”

  • Pratt’s book examines how Canada’s role in NATO has evolved since the end of the Cold War, particularly in light of new global threats such as terrorism and cyber warfare. It discusses Canada’s participation in NATO missions and its leadership role in alliance operations.

15. Andrea Charron and James Fergusson, “NORAD and the Evolution of North American Defense”

  • Although primarily focused on NORAD, this book explores the evolution of North American defense strategies, including Canada’s contributions to NATO. It provides context for Canada’s military role within both NORAD and NATO, particularly in relation to continental defense.

16. David G. Haglund, “Over Here and Over There: Canada-US Defence Cooperation in an Era of Interoperability”

  • Haglund examines the defense cooperation between Canada and the United States within NATO’s framework. The book provides insights into how Canada’s military has integrated with NATO forces, particularly in joint operations and strategic planning.

17. Jean-Christophe Boucher and Kim Richard Nossal (eds.), “The Politics of War: Canada’s Afghanistan Mission and Public Opinion”

  • This edited volume includes a detailed analysis of Canada’s role in the NATO-led mission in Afghanistan. It explores how Canada’s military participation in Afghanistan under NATO’s command influenced public opinion and shaped Canadian defense policies.

18. Bernd Horn and Bill Bentley, “Forced to Change: Crisis and Reform in the Canadian Armed Forces”

  • This book looks at how the Canadian Armed Forces were forced to adapt to new military challenges, including its evolving role in NATO missions. It examines the military reforms that took place to ensure Canada could meet its NATO commitments in global operations.

19. Michael Cotey Morgan, “The Final Act: The Helsinki Accords and the Transformation of the Cold War”

  • Morgan’s book, though focused on the broader Cold War, provides context for Canada’s role in NATO during the Cold War years. It includes discussion of Canadian diplomacy and military strategies as part of NATO’s efforts to maintain peace and security during the East-West standoff.

20. Thomas Juneau and Philippe Lagassé (eds.), “The Canadian Way of War: Serving the National Interest”

  • This collection of essays provides a comprehensive look at Canada’s military history and strategies, including its role in NATO. It covers Canada’s participation in NATO-led missions, the evolution of its military doctrine within the alliance, and its strategic goals as a NATO member.

These references provide a comprehensive overview of Canada’s military contributions to NATO, from its early Cold War role to modern conflicts like Afghanistan and the fight against ISIS. They offer insights into the strategic, political, and operational challenges Canada has faced in fulfilling its NATO commitments over the decades.