Modularity - The Next Step in the Evolution of the Armored Engineer Battalion.

Abstract

This monograph proposes an alternative design concept for the future divisional Armored Engineer Battalion. The research hypothesis is that an Armored Engineer Battalion organized around core battlefield missions would be more effective in supporting the armored or mechanized brigade in full-dimensional operations than the Current Armored Engineer Battalion. The two Armored Engineer Battalion organizations were evaluated to determine which organizational structure would be most effective on the twenty first century battlefield. The two organizations were analyzed in terms of organizational frifrom the analysis and evaluation indicates that an Armored Engineer Battalion organized around core battlefield missions will be more effective on the twenty-first century battlefield than the Current Armored Engineer Battalion. The findings fully support the research hypothesis.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 01, 1996
Accession Number
ADA324394

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  • Robert A. Sinkler

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  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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