TOP SECRET 6. (a) (b) (c) (d) (e) Fitness for War. Command. The senior command is ruthless, energetic and experienced. Junior Officers, while not of the calibre of the senior command can be expected to obey orders faithfully, but may be lacking in individual initiative. Staff. Soviet staff organisation is simple and effective but H.Q.'s are likely to react more slowly to unexpected changes than those of the Allies. The Soviet Soldier. Courageous and deeply patriotic. Has great physical stamina and unquestioning obedience.