Board #30 - Mackinder's Heartland Theory in Contemporary Russian Grand Strategy: A Strategic Framework for NATO

• In Event: 86-301 - Poster Session: Political Determinants and Consequences of Great Power Competition

Brief Overview

This paper explores Mackinder's Heartland Theory in modern Russian grand strategy. Part one analyzes how the Kremlin’s policy and rhetoric align with the theory, while part two suggests strategy recommendations for NATO based on these insights.

Authors

• Noah David Harvey, University at Buffalo - SUNY

• Collin Anderson, University at Buffalo