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The Army protects the nation. It does this by responding to natural disasters and fighting wars.
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The Army’s Role
The Army is the land combat branch of the United States Armed Forces. It is one of the eight U.S. uniformed services, and is designated as the Army of the United States in the U.S. Constitution. The modern Army has its roots in the Continental Army, which was formed to fight the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783).
National defense
The primary mission of the Army is to protect the United States by deterring war and winning wars should they occur. The Army does this by maintaining combat-ready forces and providing prompt and sustained land combat operations.
The Army also has several other important missions. These include providing relief to victims of natural disasters and supporting civil authorities in times of crisis. The Army also plays a key role in creating stability in areas of the world where there is potential for conflict. By working with other nations, the Army helps build relationships that can lead to increased international cooperation and peace.
Overseas contingency operations
The Army classifies its operations as either Overseas Contingency Operations (OCO) or “in support of domestic authorities.” The majority of the Army’s forces and budget are devoted to OCO.
OCO consists of two types of operations: counterterrorism (CT) and stability operations (StabOps). The Army’s CT forces work to prevent terrorist attacks and help ensure that American citizens and interests are not attacked overseas. The Army’s StabOps forces work to stabilize countries or regions that are threatened by violence, natural disaster, or other destabilizing factors.
The Army’s CT forces are divided into two categories: special operations forces (SOF) and general purpose forces (GPF). SOF conduct sensitive missions that require a high degree of secrecy and planning. GPF provide a more conventional force that can be quickly deployed to an unstable region.
The Army’s StabOps forces are also divided into two categories: civil affairs (CA) units and foreign internal defense (FID) units. CA units work with host nations to restore essential services and infrastructure during or after a crisis. FID units train and advise foreign militaries and security forces in counterterrorism, counterinsurgency, and stability operations.
The Army’s Structure
The Army is the largest military branch and is responsible for land-based operations. The Army is made up of three components: the Active Army, the Army National Guard, and the Army Reserve. The Active Army is the Army’s full-time force that is ready to deploy at a moment’s notice. The Army National Guard is the Army’s reserve force that can be called upon to assist in domestic emergencies or to provide support during wartime. The Army Reserve is the Army’s part-time force that is available to deploy on short notice.
The Army’s organizational structure
The Army is organized into divisions, brigades, battalions, and companies. The Army’s organizational structure is designed to accomplish specific missions. For example, the 10th Mountain Division is a light infantry division that is trained and equipped to fight in mountainous terrain.
The Army’s organizational structure also allows units to be tailored for specific missions. For example, an infantry battalion might be augmented with additional engineers and artillery units to conduct a raid into enemy territory.
The Army’s organizational structure is based on the principles of mission command and flexibility. Mission command is the principle that commanders are responsible for ensuring that their units achieve their missions. flexibility is the principle that commanders can tailor their units to best accomplish their missions.
The Army’s branches
The Army is divided into three components: the Regular Army, the Army National Guard and the Army Reserve.
The Regular Army is the largest and most well-known of the three components. It is made up of full-time professional soldiers who serve on active duty and are responsible for the day-to-day operations of the Army. The Army National Guard is a part-time component that mobilization in times of war or national emergency. The Army Reserve is a part-time component that focuses on providing support to the Regular Army and National Guard in their respective missions.
The Army’s Training
The Army is responsible for the safety and security of the United States and its citizens. The Army trains to be ready to fight and win wars. It has a unique culture, values, and traditions. The Army has a strong tradition of leadership, service, and commitment.
Basic Combat Training
Basic Combat Training (BCT) is the Army’s initial entry-level training program. All soldiers must complete BCT before moving on to advanced training.
During BCT, soldiers will learn basic Warrior tasks and battle drills, as well as how to function as a member of a team. They will also receive instruction in Army values, physical fitness, and weapons handling.
Advanced Individual Training
Advanced Individual Training (AIT) is the Army’s primary training program for new soldiers. AIT is divided into two phases: basic and advanced. Basic AIT is designed to teach new soldiers the basic skills they will need to perform their jobs. Advanced AIT is designed to teach new soldiers more specialized skills. AIT can last anywhere from 9 weeks to 52 weeks, depending on the soldier’s job.
The Army’s Equipment
Army equipment is designed to allow the soldiers to do their jobs effectively and efficiently. The right equipment can make the difference between success and failure on the battlefield. The Army uses a variety of equipment, including small arms, artillery, tanks, and aircraft.
The Army’s vehicles
The United States Army uses a wide variety of vehicles to carry out its missions. These vehicles include everything from light utility vehicles to heavy tanks.
Some of the most common vehicles used by the Army are:
-Humvees: These are light utility vehicles that are used for a variety of purposes, including transportation, reconnaissance, and carrying troops and supplies.
-MRAPs: MRAPs (Mine Resistant Ambush Protected) are heavier duty vehicles that provide better protection against improvised explosive devices (IEDs) and other threats.
-Tanks: Tanks are heavy armored fighting vehicles that are used to engage enemy forces in direct combat.
-Bradleys: Bradleys are armored fighting vehicles that provide transport and support fire for infantry troops.
-Strykers: Strykers are wheeled armored fighting vehicles that provide mobility and protection for troops on the battlefield.
The Army’s weapons
The Army uses a variety of weapons to accomplish its mission. These weapons include small arms, artillery, tanks, and aircraft.
Small arms are firearms that are designed to be carried and used by an individual soldier. Common examples of small arms include rifles, pistols, and machine guns. Artillery is larger weaponry that is designed to be operated by a team of soldiers. Artillery includes cannons, rocket launchers, and mortars.
Tanks are armored vehicles that are designed to protect their occupants from enemy fire while they transported across the battlefield. Tanks are armed with large calibre guns and can also be equipped with machine guns and grenade launchers. Aircraft are used by the Army for transportation, reconnaissance, and close air support. Common types of Army aircraft include helicopters, fixed-wing planes, and drones.
The Army’s History
The Army is one of the oldest institutions in the United States, dating back to 1775. Its mission has evolved over time, but its core purpose has always been to protect the country and its citizens. Today, the Army is a highly skilled and technologically advanced force that is prepared to meet the challenges of the 21st century.
The Army’s origins
The Army traces its origins back to the Continental Army, which was formed to fight the American Revolutionary War (1775–1783). The Congress of the Confederation created the United States Army on 3 June 1784 to replace the disbanded Continental Army. The United States Army considers itself descended from the Continental Army, and dates its institutional inception from the origin of that armed force in 1775.
The Army in the 21st century
The army has been involved in a number of operations since the turn of the 21st century. These have included:
The War in Afghanistan (2001-present)
The Iraq War (2003-2011)
Operation Enduring Freedom – Horn of Africa (2002-present)
Operation Iraqi Freedom (2003-2008)
Operation New Dawn (2010-2011)
Operation Inherent Resolve (2014-present)
