Total Army Force Structure for 2010
Abstract
This paper attempts to design a force structure for the Total Army for the 2010 time period. It is always important to be assessing the future and planning accordingly, but it seems urgent now considering the nature and rapidity of global events. The development of the Total Army concept is reviewed, followed by an examination of alternative futures for 2010, and finally a force structure for the Total Army is proposed. I review the U.S. National Security Strategy in order to best design the force structure to meet the needs of that strategy. To do so, I recommend a smaller active force that is more robust with the most modern, high-tech weaponry available. These forces will be mostly balanced with their contingent combat support and combat service support units to respond to immediate crises any where in the world, according to our security interests. The reserve component (RC) should be composed of the heavier forces, although a portion of the heavy forces with 50% of their support forces will be kept in the active forces. The short warning scenario threat will probably go almost entirely away. Therefore, the RC will have more time after mobilization to attain full combat capability. However, we must not be lulled into letting down our guard, training and readiness must continue to be strongly emphasized. The evolution can logically take place through the transition to AirLand Battle - Future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 01, 1990
- Accession Number
- ADA227602
Entities
People
- Donald C. Brewer Jr.
Organizations
- Naval War College