Russian Forces in the Western Military District

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Abstract:

In this CNA Occasional Paper, Konrad Muzyka provides an in-depth assessment of Russias Western Military District, which consists of robust forces spanning regions including St. Petersburg, Moscow, Kursk, and Kaliningrad. Muzykas analysis provides an up-to-date overview of the current force structure and posture of this military district, which underwent deep structural reforms between 2013 and 2019 to better address Western threats. These forces include the 6th and 20th Combined Arms Armies, the 1st Guards Tank Army, three airborne divisions, the 6th Air and Air Defense Army, and a self-sufficient force in the Kaliningrad exclave. Muzyka also discusses the Zapad-17 military exercise, and provides assessments of ongoing modernization in the district.

Author(s):
Muzyka, Konrad
Author Organization(s):
CENTER FOR NAVAL ANALYSES ALEXANDRIA VA
Funding Organization(s):
Department of the Navy, Washington , DC
Document Type:
Technical Report/Research Paper
Publication Date:
2020 Dec 01
Pagination:
66

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution Code:
A - Approved For Public Release
Distribution Statement: Public Release

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Collection: TRECMS
Subject Terms
Modernization Areas:
Space
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
warfare, air defense, contingency operations (military), military organizations, defense systems, early warning systems, combat areas, self propelled, airframes, self propelled guns, warning systems, attack helicopters, prompt global strike, combat operations, combat support, command and control, landing craft
Subject Categories:
Military Sciences; Military Sciences
Creation Date:
2021 Aug 19
Update Date:
2021 Sep 20