Weapon Systems 1990

Abstract

The Army's mission is to deter, and if deterrence fails, to fight and win. This handbook contains an overview of the major systems within the Army. Many of the systems shown are in production, and have proven their capabilities in the field. The weapon systems and other equipment shown are categorized by specific Army mission area as follows: Close combat; Air defense; Fire support; Combat support; Combat service support; Command, control and communications; Soldier support; and Strategic defense. Each is described by its mission, characteristics, program status, and any Soviet counterparts. This hand book depicts our efforts to maintain a well trained, well equipped force, capable of fulfilling the Army mission of deterrence through strength, and if deterrence fails, to be prepared to fight and win.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 01, 1990
Accession Number
ADA233838

Entities

Organizations

  • Army Science Board

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Defense
  • Books
  • Capillary Electrophoresis
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Support
  • Deterrence
  • Fire Support
  • Handbooks
  • Military Operations
  • Production
  • Warfare
  • Weapon Systems
  • Weapons

Readers

  • Maritime Combat Support and Expeditionary Logistics.
  • Systems Analysis and Design