Anglo-American strategic relations and maritime power today.

This article explores the maritime condition of the UK, examining what strategic conditions govern the future choices regarding the naval force structures the nation may adopt. One of the fundamental aspects of that strategic environment is the UK's relationship with the USA. The question of what sort of naval capability best meets the UK need to contribute to a credible, global, Anglo-American maritime power structure is discussed, focusing on the future role of the UK carrier force. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]