Elite Mechanized Formations in an Age of Expeditionary Operations

摘要

As recent events in Syria and elsewhere demonstrate, the need for a military ready to respond to contingencies on short notice will not subside in the near future. While the particulars of a given conflict are subject to change and uncertainty, what will not change is the solemn obligation of the military to fight and win the nation's wars. In a future conflict, America may not have the luxury of fighting from afar with missiles and drones, and may be instead required to put "boots on the ground." The Army and the Armor Branch in particular have a critical role to play in preparing for this future.