8. Germany

The most powerful army, located on the third place on the characteristics of the ground troops and inferior in this index only Russia and India. Germany also has a powerful air fleet. The staff of the highest level of discipline differ, moreover, no wonder the German military in the world are characterized as «cold war machines.» Despite the defeat in the last two wars, the army revived and occupies a strong position in the world ranking.

7. United Kingdom

The main power of the British army of its navy. Also, the UK has a strong air force has a nuclear weapon. The alliance with the US and NATO military makes this one of the strongest in Europe.