## CONCEPT, MISSION AND FUNCTIONS

The concept of The National War College originated in two separate and distinct but closely related ideas for the preparation of government officials for roles of greater responsibility in national affairs. They were, first, a recognized requirement for greater understanding between the military and civilian components of government in their respective areas of interest and responsibility; and second, a recognized requirement for greater understanding among the military Services themselves as regards their respective areas of effort, their capabilities and limitations.

The mission of The National War College as prescribed by the Joint Chiefs of Staff is:

> To conduct a course of study of those agencies of government and those military, economic, scientific, political, psychological and social factors of power potential, which are essential parts of national security in order to enhance the preparation of selected personnel of the armed forces and State Department for the exercise of joint and combined high-level policy, command and staff functions and for the planning of national strategy.

The academic program of the College, both as to substance and procedures, is designed to accomplish this mission through a systematic study of the nature, formulation, and implementation of national security policy.

The underlying theme of the ten months' studies is the integration of military and foreign policy. Potential leaders of each of the

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military Services are brought together with potential civilian leaders of the Departments of State and Defense and other governmental agencies to study jointly problems similar to those which face the Joint Chiefs of Staff and the National Security Council.

DISCUSSION GROUP

Throughout the curriculum intellectual freedom is encouraged. There are no "approved" or "school" solutions. Intellectual curiosity, independence of thought and capacity to think objectively are encouraged. The joint point of view is acquired. The academic atmosphere of the College is that of an advanced graduate educational institution for mature military men and statesmen rather than that of a service school.

The course of instruction is approximately ten months in length and starts annually in August.

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## THE STUDENT BODY

There are about 140 members of the class composed of four groups of approximately equal proportion --one group from each of the three military departments plus a group of civilians from the State Department, Central Intelligence Agency, United States Information Agency, Department of Defense and other governmental agencies. All members of the student body are carefully chosen on the basis of past performance and future promotion potential. Their average age is about forty-two years.

## GUEST SPEAKER PROGRAM

In general, each "Daily Topic" is treated by three different methods: (1) lecture by a guest speaker, (2) readings, and (3) informal discussion. Each of these plays its part in the development of the topic. However, the lecture program has always played a leading role in the work of the College.

Every effort is made to obtain the most outstanding lecturers available, and every practicable advantage is taken of their services. In fact, it is doubtful if a more impressive array of eminent men from all walks of life appears on a single platform anywhere in the country during a given year.

INFORMAL DISCUSSION

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**LENGTH OF LECTURE:** Generally forty-five to fifty minutes.

**AUDIENCE:** Approximately 165 students and members of the faculty, the majority of whom are in the rank of Colonel / Navy Captain or Foreign Service Officer 2-3. A few specially selected guests from various government agencies are authorized to attend lectures at The National War College, subject to the speakers' concurrence.

**PLACE:** Fort McNair Post Theater.

The theater seats about 350 people, is completely air-conditioned and soundproofed, and has a public address system.

Since the military members of the Class at The National War College normally wear civilian clothes, the audience will appear predominantly civilian to the visitor.

The Officers' Open Mess

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FORT LESLEY J. MC NAIR

NORMAL WALKING TIMES -- GOOD WEATHER

(1) NWC HQ TO COMMITTEE ROOMS 3 MINUTES

(2) NWC HQ TO THEATER 3 MINUTES

(3) COMMITTEE ROOMS TO THEATER 2 MINUTES

(4) COMMITTEE ROOMS TO T-3 7 MINUTES

(5) T-3 TO PARKING LOT VISUAL AIDS 6 MINUTES

(6) COMMITTEE ROOMS TO PARKING LOT 13 MINUTES

(7) HQ TO PARKING LOT VISUAL AIDS 15 MINUTES

○ = POST SHUTTLE BUS SERVICE STOPS

STOPS

#1 NWC HEADQUARTERS

#2 OFFICERS CLUB NW COR 2nd & C St

#3 North End of NWC-ICAF PARK LOT

#4 NWC Library COR B & 4th St

SCHEDULE

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## VISUAL AIDS

The theater is equipped with the use of motion pictures, slides and charts, subject to the following limitations:

### Slides

- Inside dimension of large slides: 2.35" x 3.15".

- Outside dimension of large slides: 3 1/4" x 4".

- Small slide size: Standard 2" x 2" (35MM).

- Slide lettering: No smaller than 1/40th the height of the slide.

### Maps and Charts

These may be used but cannot exceed 5' x 7'.

Means are available at the College for the production of any suitable aid, provided information is given two weeks in advance.

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Prospective lecturers who desire visual aids should transmit their rough material to the College as far in advance of the scheduled date of the lecture as practicable.

## RECORDING OF LECTURES

A tape recording is made of lectures delivered at The National War College. If a transcript is made and if the lecturer specifically requests, the College will submit this transcript to him for editing. Those lectures that are to be retained go into the files of The National War College where they are available for use by present or future members of the College.

Other government agencies occasionally request the use of such material. Provided the lecturer has granted permission for such use, it is loaned under the general conditions of privacy as outlined below.

## THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE NONATTRIBUTION POLICY

The National War College policy of non-attribution constitutes a self-imposed code adhered to by members of the audience and under which the speaker is assured that, except by his express permission, nothing which he may say will be attributed to him either directly or through insinuation outside the College. Further, no information gained while at The National War College may be attributed to the College without permission of the Commandant. This policy covers classified as well as unclassified matters.

Knowing that his audience has been carefully selected and that he may speak "off the

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record" without fear of attribution permits the lecturer to treat his subject with greater freedom and to speak candidly. The nonattribution policy is adhered to by all members of the College, has proven highly successful, and is zealously guarded.

Material of a classified nature should be so designated by the lecturer. In addition to the conditions of privacy, all material will be handled in accordance with existing security regulations.

It is clearly understood that all material and views presented to The National War College are the property of the lecturer and may properly be divulged by him at a later date. However, the College requests that future divulgence of such material be in no way identified with The National War College.

## ROUTINE

Unless otherwise stipulated in the letter of invitation, the following procedure will apply to guest lecturers on the day of their appearance at The National War College:

Guest lecturers should arrive at the College (Bldg. 44A) about 8:35 a.m. This will allow for a brief visit with the Commandant before the lecture. In the event the guest lecturer wishes to check visual aids or visit the Theater, it is suggested he plan to arrive at the College (Bldg 44A) about 8:25 a.m.

The lectures at The National War College are normally scheduled to begin at 9:00 a.m. and are usually of forty-five or fifty minutes duration. The lecture is followed by a ten-minute intermission after which the class

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reassembles for a question period lasting about twenty to twenty-five minutes. The question period is followed by seminars in which the members of the Class are divided into discussion groups of about twelve members each. The guest lecturer meets with one of these seminars which is composed of two discussion groups. The morning session is usually concluded about 11:30 a.m.

Entrance to historic Fort Lesley J. McNair

## LECTURES OF OPPORTUNITY

Every effort is made to obtain individuals of national and international prominence to address the members of the College during their visits to the United States. Lectures of opportunity are usually held in the afternoon and last between forty-five and fifty minutes. They are followed by a short intermission and a twenty to twenty-five minute question period. Usually there are no discussion groups following lectures of opportunity.

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## GUEST FACILITIES

There is no transient housing at the College. If requested, the College will make hotel reservations for prospective speakers.

## TRANSPORTATION

If so requested the College will send transportation and an escort officer to meet the lecturer in the Washington area at the place designated.

## GENERAL

Certain information concerning the specific scope of the lecture area will be transmitted in the letter of invitation. Should additional information be desired, it will be furnished upon request.

## HONORARIUM

Guest lecturers who are not in government service are offered an honorarium of one hundred dollars in addition to their travel expenses.

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July 1, 1961

Colonel Milton C. Taylor
Executive Officer
The National War College
Washington 25, D.C.

Dear Colonel Taylor:

I appreciate your courteous letter
of June 22nd, and look forward to addressing
the National War College on August 31st. I
would like to accept your kind invitation to
luncheon that day with the proviso that I may
have to cancel it if my schedule becomes pressed.

All good wishes.

Henry V. Klaarner

Sincerely yours,

VII good wishes.

have to cancel it if my schedule becomes breaesed.
I launchou that day with the proviso that I may
would like to accept your kind invitation to
the National War College on August 31st. I
of June 32nd, and look forward to addressing
I appreciate your courteses letter

Dear Colonel Taylor:

Washington 32, D.C.
The National War College
Executive Officer
Colonel Milton C. Taylor

July 1, 1961

THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE
OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT
WASHINGTON 25, D. C.

JUL 19 1961

Dear Professor Kissinger:

I wish to take this opportunity to thank you most sincerely for a very scholarly and erudite presentation on, "The Nature of the Current Conflict" to the Defense Strategy Seminar at The National War College last Friday. Your discerning and forceful remarks were most welcome and timely.

We are particularly indebted to you for leaving the important conferences at the Defense Department in order to appear before the members of the Seminar.

With kindest regards, I am,

Professor Henry A. Kissinger
Director of Special Studies
Center for International Affairs
Harvard University
Cambridge 38, Massachusetts

THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE

WASHINGTON 25, D. C.

26 July 1961

Professor Henry A. Kissinger
Director of Special Studies
Center for International Affairs
Harvard University
Cambridge 30, Massachusetts

Dear Professor Kissinger:

I am forwarding the transcript of your outstanding lecture given at the Defense Strategy Seminar on Friday, 14 July. I have taken the liberty of reviewing it for transcription and stenographic errors, hoping that this will assist you in your review.

I sincerely hope that you will see fit to return this lecture to us at your earliest convenience, giving us permission to reproduce it and pass it out to each of the officers who attended the Seminar. It will be a most valuable contribution to the Seminar effort, and will permit them to carry the message which you had for the people of our country into the grass roots where it will do the most good.

I want to thank you for taking the time to be with us and to deliver this outstanding address.

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SEP 8 1961

Dear Professor Kissinger:

It was a real pleasure to have you lecture to the members
of The National War College on "The Nature of the Current Struggle."
The thought-provoking stimulus of your lecture, as evidenced during
the question and discussion periods, was highly regarded and well
received. We appreciate your sharing with us the results of your
penetrating studies and experience in an area of vital interest to
us and the nation.

Please accept my thanks as well as those of the members
of the staff, faculty and class of the college for your valuable contri-
bution to our course of study.

With kindest regards, I am,

Professor Henry A. Kissinger
Director of Special Studies
Center for International Affairs
Harvard University
6 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge 38, Massachusetts

NWC-268/4-3

13 September 1961

Dear Professor Kissinger:

Reference is made to your lecture, "The Nature of the
Current Struggle," given at The National War College on
31 August 1961.

Enclosed is a copy of the stenotypist's transcription of
this lecture for your retention.

Again, may I express our appreciation for this splendid
presentation.

With kind regards, I am

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MAR 15 1962

Dear Professor Kissinger:

The Commandant of The National War College will conduct the Defense Strategy Seminar-1962 under the direction of the Joint Chiefs of Staff in July 1962. This Seminar brings together approximately 250 outstanding Reserve Officers who are leaders in civilian life, such as Mayors, Chairmen of Chambers of Commerce, and people in similar positions of influence and importance.

In a short but intensive two weeks period, we attempt to present a full range of problems facing the United States today. We desire to develop a fuller appreciation of both national and international aspects of national security under the threat of the cold war. We try to inspire and stimulate interest and thought as to plans, programs and strategies in the support of national objectives so that they may better understand the mutuality of military and civilian interests in support of our nation's security programs.

It gives me great pleasure to invite you to give the lecture, "The Nature of the Current Conflict," at 10:30 a.m. on Monday, 9 July 1962. The scope of this lecture is to assess the nature, bases and sources of the present world conflict between the Free and Communist Worlds. This will be the first lecture to the Seminar and a vital one. We therefore hope that you will be able to accept and get the Seminar off on a grand start.

Members of the Defense Strategy Seminar will have security clearance through SECRET. You should have no concern as to how freely you may speak during your lecture or the question and answer period. All of your remarks will be held in strictest confidence, and will not be attributed to you by members of the Seminar outside of The National War College. No members of the press will be present.

I cannot offer a real recompense for your time and effort,
but I am authorized to reimburse you for your travel expenses and to
offer the sum of $100.00 as a modest honorarium.

Should you be able to accept this invitation, we shall com-
municate with you further regarding the administrative arrangements
for your visit.

I sincerely hope we may have the pleasure of welcoming
you back to The National War College on 9 July.

With kindest regards, I am,

Sincerely yours,

March 28, 1962

Lieutenant General Francis H. Griswold
The National War College
Office of the Commandant
Washington 25, D. C.

Dear General Griswold:

Thank you for your letter of March 15. I appreciate your kind invitation to lecture to the Defense Strategy Seminar of the National War College and would be glad to do this.

Although the date you suggest, Monday July 9, would be agreeable to me, I would much prefer a Wednesday and I look forward to hearing from you about this.

All good wishes.

APR - 5 1962

Dear Professor Kissinger:

Thank you for your letter of 28 March, and your acceptance of my invitation to deliver the opening lecture to the Defense Strategy Seminar on 9 July 1962.

Since invitations to potential guest speakers have been dispatched for all topics in the Seminar, I regret that I cannot arrange a Wednesday date which would be more convenient to you.

It will be a real pleasure to welcome you back to the college on 9 July.

With kindest regards, I am,

Professor Henry A. Kissinger
Harvard University
Center for International Affairs
6 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge 38, Massachusetts

THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE

WASHINGTON 25, D. C.

MAY 15 1962

Dear Professor Kissinger:

This is to advise you of the administrative arrangements for your lecture to the Defense Strategy Seminar-1962 at The National War College on Monday, 9 July 1962 at 10:30 a.m.

Usually our lectures are of approximately forty-five or fifty minutes duration after which there will be a brief intermission. Thereafter, the members of the Seminar will reassemble in the auditorium for a question period lasting about twenty minutes.

We would also like to have you as our guest at a luncheon which will be scheduled at noon at the Officers' Club at Fort McNair. A group from both the Seminar staff and class will attend the luncheon.

The enclosed draft copy of the Seminar Curriculum is for your information. The topic for the morning of 9 July is outlined on pages 1-4.

Our procedure is to transcribe the lecture and send it to the speaker for editing. After editing, and provided the lecture is unclassified and the speaker has granted his consent, the lecture is reproduced and distributed to those in attendance. The distribution of lectures given at Defense Strategy Seminars is a departure from normal procedure for the regular ten month course at The National War College, where lectures are not distributed. Classified lectures also are sent to the speaker for editing. However, after editing they are retained in the college and are not distributed.

If only minor portions of a lecture are classified, these portions can be removed during the editing process and thus permit distribution, providing the speaker so authorizes. For planning purposes it would be most helpful to us to know if you expect your lecture to be classified or unclassified, and if you expect to authorize its distribution after you have edited the transcript.

If you intend to use a manuscript we would appreciate being advised in advance as to whether or not we can be furnished a copy of it to facilitate

transcription. The manuscript will also be greatly beneficial in assuring
that the classified areas are deleted and to facilitate getting the presentation
in the hands of the students prior to their departure from Washington after
the Seminar. If, on the other hand, you do not intend to speak from a
prepared text, please be assured that no requirement exists for furnishing
one.

We will prepare any maps, graphs, charts, or other visual materials
required, if you will let us know your desires in this matter.

In order that the Commandant may have a brief visit with you before
the lecture, I suggest that you plan to arrive at the college about 10:10 a.m.
If you will advise me where you wish to be met, I shall be happy to send a
car to bring you to the college on the morning of your lecture.

Enclosed is a requisites form for your convenience. I would appreci-
ate receiving it at the earliest practicable date.

We are looking forward to having you with us.

Sincerely yours,

MILTON C. TAYLOR
Colonel, Infantry
Executive Officer

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May 29, 1962

Dear Colonel Taylor:

Many thanks for your letter of May 15th.
I appreciate your invitation to lunch after my
lecture, and will almost certainly be able to attend
unless some last minute commitment prevents me from
doing so.

With respect to the reproduction of my lecture,
I should warn you in advance that I will probably
not give my consent to have the distributed, whether
or not it is classified. I tend to think it will
not be classified. As I speak from rough notes, I
will not be able to supply the manuscript in advance.

I am returning the requir'dites form to you, and
will be in touch with you later about my travel plans.

I am looking forward to my visit to the College.

July 3, 1962

Dear Colonel Taylor:

I have just returned to this country after several weeks in Brazil and then Europe, and wanted to let you know about my travel plans.

I will be arriving in Washington on Sunday night, July 8th, and staying overnight at the Hotel Shoreham. I would be grateful if you could have a car pick me up at 9:30 a.m. on the 9th to take me to the National War College. I still expect to stay for lunch, but I would appreciate being back in Washington by 2:00 pm.

I look forward to seeing you on the
9th.

All good wishes.

WASHINGTON 25, D. C.

JUL 16 1962

Dear Professor Kissinger:

May I take this opportunity to express my sincere
appreciation for the presentation which you recently gave at the
Defense Strategy Seminar of The National War College.

Your scholarly talk and frank handling of the question
period added much to our program, and aptly set the stage for the
seminar which followed.

As a memento of your visit to the college, I have enclosed
a photograph taken on the day of your lecture.

Your appearance at The National War College is always
most welcome.

Sincerely yours,

FRANCIS H. GRISWOLD
Lieutenant General, USAF
Commandant

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THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE

WASHINGTON 25, D. C.

24 June 1964

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

We are happy to learn that you will address the members of
the Defense Strategy Seminar on Wednesday evening, 15 July 1964.
The administrative details for your visit follow.

Your lecture is scheduled to begin at 7:30 P. M. Usually our
lectures are of approximately 45 to 50 minutes duration after which
there is a brief intermission. Thereafter the members of the
seminar reassemble in the auditorium for a question and answer
period lasting approximately thirty minutes.

We would like to have you as our guest at dinner to be held at 6:00 P. M. at the Fort McNair Officers' Club. A small group composed of seminar staff and class members will be in attendance.

Enclosed for your perusal is a copy of the DSS syllabus. Your
topic is covered on pages 60 through 62.

Your lecture will be transcribed by our stenotypist and sent
to you for editing. After editing, and provided the lecture is un-
classified and you give your consent, the lecture will be reproduced
and distributed to those in attendance. This policy is a departure
from our regular National War College course, where lectures are
not distributed. Classified lectures will not be distributed but will
be edited and retained in our classified library.

Visual aids can be prepared for you if you will advise me of
your needs. Likewise, transportation can be provided to bring you
to the College. Should you be unable to be present for the dinner
then I suggest you plan on arriving at approximately 7:10 P. M. in
order to meet with the Commandant before your lecture begins.

Enclosed is a requisites form to assist you in providing the
necessary information. I would appreciate receiving it at the
earliest practicable date.

THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE

OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20315

22 June 1964

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

I am delighted to learn from Colonel Denno that you have agreed to address the members of our annual Defense Strategy Seminar at 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, 15 July, on the subject, "The Political Conflict." As you know, the Seminar brings together approximately 230 selected Reserve Officers, prominent in their communities and representing a large cross section of civilian professions, particularly business, education and law.

The curriculum of the Seminar covers a wide range of problems facing the United States today, with the objective of developing a greater appreciation of both the national and international aspects of U. S. national security in the Cold War. In the short time available, we strive to stimulate added interest and thought relative to plans, programs and strategies in support of the national objectives, so that the participants may better understand the mutuality of military and civilian interests involved in securing and maintaining the nation's security.

The syllabus of the Seminar shows the scope and purpose of your topic as follows: "To consider the means of political conflict, including the relative strengths and weaknesses of the Free and the Communist Worlds. Considerations should be given to East-West negotiations, disarmament and coexistence. Examine the role of the United Nations in the conflict, its limitations and prospects." The wording of the scope should in no way limit the manner in which the subject could be treated.

The members of the Defense Strategy Seminar will have security clearance through SECRET. You should have no concern as to how freely you may speak during your lecture or the question and answer period. All your remarks will be held in strictest confidence, and will not be attributed to you by members of the Seminar outside of The National War College.

HARVARD UNIVERSITY

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCES

DEPARTMENT OF GOVERNMENT

LITTAUER CENTER M-22
CAMBRIDGE, MASS. 02138

September 28, 1964

Professor Henry Kissinger
6 Divinity Avenue

Dear Henry:

We will refer this man to your
office when he calls in. I hope
you will be able to see him. If
not, perhaps Mort Halperin.

21 September 1964

Dear Dr. Pusey:

The enclosed paper explains something of the organization and mission of The National War College and our policy regarding civilian faculty members and guest lecturers. As you will note, each year the College extends invitations to four outstanding college or university professors to serve on its faculty for one academic year. We are principally interested in specialists in international affairs and economics. We also welcome to the College a large number of guest lecturers, many of whom come from colleges and universities throughout the United States. From time to time we have been privileged to hear members of the Harvard faculty.

For the purpose of effecting a closer relationship between The National War College and some of the nation's leading academic institutions, the Director of our Speakers Bureau, Dr. William C. Davis, who is also a member of The George Washington University faculty and a Harvard alumnus, will be touring New England during the coming week. He expects to be at Harvard on Wednesday, 30 September, and would appreciate meeting and talking with heads of the Department of Government, Department of Economics and Department of History, and any other members of your university administration or faculty who might be of assistance in suggesting potential National War College speakers or faculty members. We shall be grateful for any courtesies you may extend him while he is on your campus.

Sincerely yours,

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FITZHUGH LEE
Vice Admiral, U. S. Navy
Commandant

Dr. Nathan M. Pusey
President
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts

THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE

Washington, D. C. 20315

11 September 1964

1. Introduction

The purpose of this paper is to present some highlights concern-
ing The National War College that might be of interest to prospective
civilian faculty members. Additional information will be supplied upon
request.

2. The National War College

a. The National War College is at the highest level of military educational institutions. Its mission is to provide education for a selected group of students on the formulation and execution of national security policy. It is operated under the direction of the Joint Chiefs of Staff by the Commandant, a three star officer of one of the services, rotated each three years. The Commandant is assisted by two deputy commandants, (one from a service other than that of the Commandant and one from the Department of State of two star and ambassador rank), a staff and faculty of approximately twenty-three military officers, five civilian faculty members, and two Foreign Service officers from the Department of State. Four of the five civilian faculty members are drawn from civilian universities throughout the United States on a one year tour, while the fifth is on an indefinite tour in charge of the Speakers' Bureau. The College strives to obtain the services of one generalist (preferably an economist) and three area specialists from the field of political science.

b. The faculty is organized into four departments: (1) Department of Political Affairs (one Foreign Service officer, three civilian professors and one senior military officer), responsible for courses involving nonmilitary elements of national power, area studies, and international relations, (2) Department of Military Affairs (five senior military officers of the three Services), responsible for courses with primary emphasis on the military factor as an element of national policy, (3) Department of National Strategy (four senior military officers and one Foreign Service officer), responsible for courses concerning national policy and strategy, and (4) Department of Educational

Development (four senior military officers and two civilian faculty members), responsible for coordinating the curriculum of the College and operating the Speakers' Bureau.

c. The student body is composed of four groups of approximately thirty-four each--one group from each of the three military Services plus a group of civilians from the Department of State (Foreign Service), and other governmental agencies. All members of the student body are carefully selected on the basis of past performance and future prospects. Their average age is approximately forty-three years, and they average twenty years of service.

d. The academic year begins about 15 August and is ten months in length.

### 3. General Duties of the Members of the Civilian Faculty

Because of the character of the student body, the mission of the College, and the broad nature of the subject matter covered, visiting lecturers are used extensively--almost daily. The formal lecture is followed by a question and answer period. The student body is then subdivided into eleven discussion groups of approximately 12 students each to explore in greater depth the topic of the day. Students and faculty alike draw upon their personal experience and background in the friendly debate and exchange of ideas. In addition to lectures and discussion groups, students develop written solutions to assigned problems on a committee basis, they also carry out a single, major individual research effort culminating in a 10,000 word research paper in the spring.

Within this framework, the principle duties of the civilian faculty members are as follows:

a. To mingle freely with members of the student body on the theory that both students and members of the faculty are "members of the College", to establish with all students a rapport which will permit frank and easy discussion of all pertinent subject areas, to gain the confidence of the students, and to enhance the prestige of the academic and intellectual approach.

b. To assist in planning and conducting the organized work as outlined by the curriculum. It should be noted that in its planning of the course of study, the College relies primarily on the collective group effort of the faculty as a whole, rather than delegation of complete responsibility for particular segments to individual members of that faculty.

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c. To serve as moderators of the organized discussion groups. These groups meet on an average of four days a week and each session lasts about an hour.

d. To give one or two formal lectures during the school year on a subject in which the faculty member has attained a high degree of competence.

e. To hold several "question-and-answer" periods for the student body within the specialized field of the individual.

f. To render advice and guidance to the students on the preparation of their individual research papers.

g. To render advice and guidance to student committees on the solution of their committee problems.

h. To serve as moderators of certain special activities, such as the oral presentation of individual research papers and committee solutions.

i. To conform to certain administrative practices which have been found to be advantageous if the above outlined duties are to be carried out in the most effective manner. The most important of these include: (1) Regular attendance at the College during working hours-- approximately 8:00 A.M. to 4:30 P.M., five days a week, (2) regular attendance at all lectures and other gatherings of the entire student body, and (3) reading the material which is assigned to the students.

## 4. Field Trips

Instruction is supplemented by several field trips each year: a 5-day trip to military installations, a 3-day trip to the United Nations, and, in the spring, an overseas field trip to one of five major areas of the world--Europe, Middle East, Far East, Latin America, or Africa. For the latter trip the students and faculty are divided into five groups, one to each area; normally it is possible for a faculty member to visit the area of his choice.

## 5. Conditions of Contract

a. The contract covers one year, commencing with the reporting date, which will be arranged on the basis of mutual agreement.

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b. Under the above contract, civilian faculty members will serve in the Civil Service grade of GS-15, which will carry an emolument of $18,170.00 for twelve months' service. This salary is subject to the usual income tax and social security withholding. Twelve months of continued employment entitles the employee to at least thirteen days of paid annual leave. Prior Federal service will entitle the employee to additional leave, up to 30 days.

6. Living Conditions

a. For those members of the faculty who bring their families to Washington, suitable and adequate rentals are available. The housing situation in Washington has greatly improved in recent months and will probably continue to improve in the future. At this time it is impossible to provide an up-to-date listing of rental housing; however, you may be assured we will make every effort to assist you in obtaining adequate housing for your family.

b. Recreation facilities at Fort McNair are available to all members of the civilian faculty and their families. These include a small golf course, tennis courts, a swimming pool, and an officers' club.

c. Rather austere bachelor officers' quarters and an excellent officers' club are available at Fort McNair, within easy walking distance to the College.

7. Requests for additional and more detailed information should be addressed to the Executive Officer, The National War College, Washington, D. C. 20315.

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20315

11 September 1964

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

It is my pleasure to extend to you a most cordial invitation to address the members of The National War College at 9:00 a. m., Friday, 13 November, on the subject, "Limited War."

We would like for you to discuss the general philosophy underlying limited war concepts, the means of preventing or arresting escalation, and finally the manner in which such wars must be conducted in order to achieve intended political objectives. An evaluation of the capability of the current U. S. military structure to engage successfully in limited war operations would also be appreciated.

As you know, The National War College policy of holding in strictest confidence all remarks made during your lecture and the subsequent question period assures you that matters relative to your address may be discussed with members of the class in an atmosphere free from attribution.

We hope you will be able to remain with us after the lecture for a discussion period and a luncheon with a small representative group from the class and faculty.

While we cannot hope to compensate you fully for your time and effort, we are authorized to reimburse you for your travel expenses and to offer the sum of $100.00 as a modest honorarium.

In the event you desire additional information or assistance in preparing your address, please do not hesitate to call on any of us here at the College. Colonel Ross S. Mickey, USMC, (OXford 5-8492) the Director of the Course which includes your lecture, is our faculty member most familiar with the scope and purpose of your address. He will be available to you at any time.

Henry V. Klausinger

Sincerely yours,

Kind regards.

opportunity.
there. I hope there will be another
I have always enjoyed my visits
November 13th.
to speak at the National War College on
that I could not accept your invitation
I would like to tell you how sorry I am
Upon my return to the United States.

Dear Admiral Lee:

Washington, D. C. 20312
The National War College
Commandant
Admiral Pittsburgh Lee

October 7, 1964

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE
OFFICE OF THE COMMANDANT

WASHINGTON, D.C. 20315

23 November 1965

NOV 29 1965

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

It is my pleasure to extend to you a most cordial invitation to address the members of The National War College at 9:00 a.m., Friday, 14 January 1966, on the subject, "Political-Military Problems in NATO."

The purpose of this lecture is to examine the interrelation-
ship of political and military factors in the various strategic issues
now confronting NATO, including discussion of whether or not a
NATO without France is a practical possibility.

Each lecture at the College is normally about fifty minutes
in length and is followed by a question and answer period of approxi-
mately thirty minutes. However, if you prefer a shorter lecture
with more time for questions, this is agreeable. We hope you will
be able to remain with us for an additional discussion with a repre-
sentative group from the class and faculty.

As you know, The National War College policy of holding all
of your remarks in strictest confidence permits you to discuss your
subject freely and with complete candor.

While we cannot hope to compensate you fully for your time
and effort, we are authorized to reimburse you for your travel ex-
penses and to offer the sum of $100.00 as a modest honorarium.

In the event you desire additional information or assistance
in preparing your address, please do not hesitate to call on any of us
here at the College. Dr. Milton Colvin, telephone OXford 5-8383,
the Director of the Course which includes your lecture, is our faculty
member most familiar with the scope and purpose of your topic. He
will be available to you at any time.

We hope that we shall have the opportunity of welcoming you back to The National War College on 14 January.

With kindest regards, I am

Dr. Henry A. Kissinger
Director of Special Studies
Center for International Affairs
Harvard University
Cambridge, Massachusetts

December 2, 1965

Vice Admiral Fitzhugh Lee
Commandant
The National War College
Department of Defense
Washington, D. C. 20315

Dear Admiral Lee:

Thank you for your letter of
November 23rd.

It is always a privilege to
visit the National War College and
I accept with pleasure your invitation
for Friday, January 14th. I will be
glad to stay for additional discussion
after the lecture and question period.

I am looking forward to hearing
further details.

With kind regards.

Henry V. Kieisinger

Sincerely yours,

With kind regards.

further details.
I am looking forward to hearing

after the lecture and question period.
Glad to stay for additional discussion
for Friday, January 14th. I will be
I accept with pleasure your invitation
visit the National War College and
It is always a privilege to

November 33rd.

Thank you for your letter of

Dear Admiral Lee:

Washington, D. C. 20312
Department of Defense
The National War College
Commandant
Alice Admiral Fitsburgh Lee

December 3, 1962

DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE
THE NATIONAL WAR COLLEGE
WASHINGTON, D.C. 20315

9 December 1965

DEC 13 1965

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

We are most pleased by your acceptance of the Commandant's invitation to address the members of The National War College on Friday, 14 January 1966. The administrative details for your visit follow.

Your lecture is scheduled to commence at 9:00 A.M. and will be followed by the customary question and answer period and discussion group meetings. We are happy that you can remain with us throughout the morning to participate in these discussions.

Enclosed for your use is a draft copy of the course syllabus. Your topic is covered on pages 13 through 15.

We should like to arrange a luncheon for you to be held at noon at the Fort McNair Officers' Club with a representative group from the class and faculty in attendance.

Due to the construction work being performed at The National War College building, your lecture will be held in the Post Theater, Fort McNair. We would appreciate your arriving at the College headquarters, Building 44A, Fort McNair, at approximately 8:35 A.M. to meet with the Commandant beforehand. Transportation can be provided to bring you to Fort McNair.

On occasion, properly cleared visitors from the various governmental agencies, with a need to know, are present in the audience. If you have any objection to the presence of these visitors, please let me know. Our non-attribution policy is outlined on page 11 of the enclosed pamphlet, "Information for Guest Speakers."

Visual aids can be prepared for you if you will advise me of your needs. Because of the temporary nature of our use of the Post Theater, facilities for visual aids are limited to 35mm and 3 1/4 x 4" slides and 35mm and 16mm films.

December 17, 1965

Colonel E.A. Trahan
Executive Officer
Department of Defense
The National War College
Washington, D. C. 20315

Dear Colonel Trahan:

Thank you for your letter of
December 9th. I accept your invitation
to lunch with great pleasure.

It would be a great help if somebody
would pick me up and take me to the War
College in the morning. I will be staying
with a friend, Dr. Fritz Kraemer, 4319
Fessenden Street, N.W., Washington, D. C.
Will you let me know at what time you will
call for me?

I do not object to visitors.

Kind regards.

21 December 1965

DEC 27 1965

Dear Dr. Kissinger:

I am in receipt of your letter dated 17 December 1965 and am pleased to advise that the car will arrive at Dr. Kraemer's residence at 8:00 A. M. on the morning of 14 January 1966.

With kind regards, I am

Dr. Henry A. Kissinger
Center for International Affairs
Harvard University
6 Divinity Avenue
Cambridge, Massachusetts 02138