Strategic Lift and the Force Projection Army. Getting the Most from the Least.
Abstract
This paper analyzes strategic lift and the support needed to provide mobility to a Force Projection Army. The paper begins with an introduction about the strategic responsiveness of the United States Army and an explanation about why the Army is attempting to introduce the medium-weight brigade. The strategic lift triad is then analyzed using three elements that help form a Force Projection Army, rapid deployment from stateside bases, forces that are postured for a forced entry, and violent exploitation of the enemy following the initial shock of the assault, for their applicability to a Force Projection Army. A brief explanation and introduction about the strategic lift triad is given. This is followed by an explanation about why the United States Army has adopted this program. Finally, the paper draws a conclusion about the viability and usefulness of the strategic lift triad to the United States Army. This paper argues that the strategic lift triad will support a Force Projection Army and that the current procurement of systems in support of the triad will help make the United States Army more responsive to the Nations needs well into the 21st Century.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- May 25, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA381819
Entities
People
- Scott E. Rubitsky
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College