Following world war ii, the mutual defense organization known as the north atlantic treaty organization was formed because the ussr had strengthened its armed forces. because the ussr was threatening to occupy east germany. because western european nations wanted to attack the ussr. because western european nations had turned to communism.

your answer will most likely be a.

the alfred thayer mahan award for literary achievement is awarded each year by the navy league of the united states. the award is named for an american naval historian and theorist, rear admiral alfred thayer mahan, united states navy who, through his writing, provided stimulus and guidance to those who share in the defense of the nation. presented since 1957, "this award for literary achievement is awarded to a u.s. navy officer, u.s. marine corps officer, enlisted service member, or civilian who has made a notable literary contribution that has advanced the knowledge of the importance of sea power in the united states."[1]