The Heavy Division and National Military Strategy
Abstract
In a period characterized by ambiguity and uncertainty, the U.S. has developed a National Security Strategy based upon the fundamentals of strategic deterrence, forward presence in key areas, crisis response, and reconstitution. The most likely area of future conflict and instability is in the Third World-- an area embedded with age-old animosities, poverty and economic stagnation, education and infrastructure deficiencies, and a desire for democracy and self- determination. The U.S. response to future challenges evolves around capabilities inherent in a military strategy which relies on twelve active component divisions--eight of which are considered heavy organizations. With these forces we must respond across the full spectrum of conflict, focusing on power-projection by a mostly CONUS-based force. The heavy division is deployable, versatile, lethal, and expansible, but requires a commitment from the executive and legislative branches of our nation. We must educate the American people to look long-range for commitments and implications of strategy or we will succumb to the pitfalls of previous periods in the history of our country. This study is about the future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Apr 15, 1992
- Accession Number
- ADA251324
Entities
People
- Anthony R. Jones
Organizations
- United States Army War College