Preparing and Using the Army National Guard for Future Wars
Abstract
The strategic importance of the Army National Guard (ARNG) has not been greater since World War II. The United States (U.S.) cannot meet its current military requirements without it. Increased ARNG operations tempo emphasizes this point. The Army National Guard is 42% of the Army's deployable strength. ARNG readiness and effective utilization are required to achieve national security objectives, illustrating the strategic significance of the ARNG. This paper provides understanding and prescribed steps that will insure an available, ready and effective ARNG. U.S. military leadership requires a strong understanding of the ARNG, its capabilities and limitations in filling the nation's security needs. This paper will address concerns with ARNG training, readiness and employment. It will discuss strategies to maximize the readiness of the ARNG and its effectiveness as a participant in fighting the nation's wars. By addressing the unique features of the ARNG such as its systems environment, capabilities and limitations, this paper explores strategies on how to best prepare and use the ARNG to meet the future security needs of the country. Although the paper will consider homeland defense, the response to natural disaster and support of civil authorities it will focus on fighting the nation's wars.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 29, 2007
- Accession Number
- ADA468943
Entities
People
- Rodney S. Robinson
Organizations
- United States Army War College