Reforming Military Intelligence Reserve Components 1995 - 2005
Abstract
Military Intelligence (MI) Reserve Components (RC) are not optimally managed. MI RC assets receive limited support from their administrative chain- of-command, while being expected to perform normal operational missions from CAPSTONE or active components. The author will apply relevant command experience to analyze the existing system and propose suggestions to alter command-and- control of MI RC units to make them more responsive, productive and professionally managed. The paper will provide an overview of existing MI unit structures, as well as an examination of a short-lived MI Command in 2nd CONUSA. The focus of the study will be on systemic practices that adversely affect the professionalism and training of RC MI units and personnel, thus degrading the readiness of this vital element of the Total Army. Using the guidance provided by te DCSINT'a 2 July 1990 White Paper, along with personal experience, the author will examine the need for unit realignment, a radical change to the existing command-and-control of MI RC assets, a more professional employment of MI RC assets, and answers to the questions posed by the DCSINT in his White Paper. The paper concludes with three specific recommendations: creation of a Reserve MI group to command and control all MI assets and personnel in ARCOM and Training Divisions, elimination of the Military Intelligence Detachments (Strategic) as colonel commands, and establishment of a Deputy Chief of Staff for Intelligence at each ARCOM and Training Division.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 01, 1991
- Accession Number
- ADA233391
Entities
People
- Thomas R. Cagley
Organizations
- United States Army War College