Quadrennial Defense Review

The Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) was a study by the United States Department of Defense that analyzes strategic objectives and potential military threats. The Quadrennial Defense Review Report was the main public document describing the United States' military doctrine. In 2018, the QDR was replaced by the National Defense Strategy (February 2018). The 1996 QDR was the first review requested by the Congress following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.

Quadrennial Defense Review

The Quadrennial Defense Review (QDR) was a study by the United States Department of Defense that analyzes strategic objectives and potential military threats. The Quadrennial Defense Review Report was the main public document describing the United States' military doctrine. In 2018, the QDR was replaced by the National Defense Strategy (February 2018). The 1996 QDR was the first review requested by the Congress following the dissolution of the Soviet Union.