General character of the society -- Historical setting -- Geography and population -- Ethnic groups -- Languages -- Social structure -- Family and patterns of living -- Social values -- Artistic and intellectual expression -- Education -- Religion -- Public information -- Labor force -- Forced labor -- Labor relations and organization -- Health and sanitation -- Public welfare -- Attitudes and reactions of the people -- Political background : The constitutional system -- Structure of government -- Political dynamics -- Public order and safety -- Foreign policies -- Subversive potentialities -- Propaganda -- Economic background : Character and structure of the economy -- Agricultural potential -- Industrial potential -- Public finance -- Banking and currency system -- Domestic trade -- Foregin economic relations -- Military background : The armed forces