U.S. Army's Force Structure Options for Enhancing Effectiveness in Military Operations Other Than War

Abstract

This study examines force structure options available to the United States Army to improve performance of its units in military operations other than war (MOOTW) without jeopardizing those units ability to fight and win two near simultaneous major theater wars (MTW). The study begins by establishing the need for increased MOOTW competency based on recent historical trends, realistic assessments of future threats, and existing strategic guidance. Subsequently, the study examines the impact of recent force structure decisions and their potential to enhance MOOTW effectiveness in future operations. The study analyzes possible options discussed in existing literature to determine if they meet screening criteria to maintain combat readiness, meet strategic guidance, and provide for worst-case scenarios.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 02, 2000
Accession Number
ADA383894

Entities

People

  • David B. Snodgrass

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Cyber
  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Birds
  • Civil War
  • Combat Forces
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Readiness
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Defense Planning
  • Humanitarian Assistance
  • Lessons Learned
  • Military Applications
  • Military History
  • Military Operations
  • Military Science
  • National Security
  • Students
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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  • Joint Military Operations and Doctrine.
  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies
  • Military Mobilization and Reserve Forces Studies.