Accession Number:

AD1099492

Title:

Countering A2/AD in the Indo-Pacific: A Potential Change for the Army and Joint Force

Descriptive Note:

Journal Article - Open Access

Corporate Author:

U. S. Army Washington United States

Personal Author(s):

• Kamara,Hassan M.

Report Date:

2020-04-01

Pagination or Media Count:

6.0

Abstract:

The nature of troop dispositions coupled with the expanse of ocean and numerous islands scattered in the Indo-Pacific region compels the redevelopment of conventional forcible-entry amphibious capability in the U.S. Army for deployment and maneuver. As Commander- in-Chief Far East, General Douglas MacArthur made this assessment over half a century ago, but it deserves intellectual inquiry and dialogue in the contemporary period based on the growing strategic competition and potential for conflict between the United States and its allies and China in the Indo-Pacific. Furthermore, this assessment deserves contemplation based on the Armys ongoing conceptualization of multidoma informations to help future joint force commanders apply the Services capabilities across all domains, thereby presenting multiple and compounding dilemmas for an adversary.

Descriptors:

• area denial
• combat operations
• military force levels
• air force
• landing forces

Subject Categories:

• Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
• Military Forces and Organizations

Distribution Statement:

APPROVED FOR PUBLIC RELEASE