Force Structure for the 1990s and Beyond
Abstract
The fundamental and unprecedented changes of late 1989 and early 1990-both home and abroad- thrust the Army into a complex, volatile, and unpredictable period similar to that of having just won a war. Almost everywhere democracy movements met success while the perceived threat from the USSR was reduced daily. With the submission of the FY 91 budget, was reduced daily. With the submission of the FY 91 budget, the effect of these changes began to take their toll. Of the four pillars of defense, the Army decided to maintain readiness and task risks in modernization and sustainment, leaving structure somewhat variable but critical to maintaining an Army that can support the national military strategy: This structure must be driven from the top beginning with the correct Army input to our national military strategy. Four types of corps would be organized: Forward Deployed, Contingency, Reinforcing, and Special Operations. These corps would be built around fixed self-sufficient brigades. Divisions would move all assets up to corps or down to brigades maintaining an elite staff around a warfighting focused commander. It maintained a focus on AirLand Battle Future, Joint warfighting, and the Chief of Staff's vision as presented in 'A Strategic Force for the 1990s and Beyond.'
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 02, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA223286
Entities
People
- Thomas F. Metz
Organizations
- United States Army War College