military establishment. Out of this survey, came a series of recommendations, already transmitted to the Jordanian army, which, when implemented, will do much to improve her “defensive picture. “
Admiral Grantham said that other steps to bolster Jordan’s military striking power “may also be required, and are now under consideration. ” He also recommended a program of military assistance for fiscal year 1960 for Saudi Arabia, and said that a requirement for Lebanon may develop. No grant of military assistance was recommended for Israel.
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