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Heavy Armor in the Future Security Environment — Nov 8, 2011

Through an examination of adversary capabilities in recent conflicts, the author explores whether heavy brigade combat teams are justified as a prominent component of the future U.S. Army.

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U.S. Combat and Tactical Wheeled Vehicle Fleets: Issues and Suggestions for Congress — Feb 11, 2011

Congress requested a study to assess the challenges in fielding U.S. ground combat and tactical wheeled vehicle fleets, including discussion of requirements; capability gaps; technology, operational, and business risks; and recommended actions.

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Results from the Congressionally Mandated Study of U.S. Combat and Tactical Wheeled Vehicle — Feb 11, 2011

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Observations on Recent Trends in Armored Forces — Jul 1, 2010

Militaries from the United States, Great Britain, Canada, Denmark, and Israel all see a role for heavy forces, including tanks, in irregular warfare and hybrid warfare environments because they reduce operational risk, minimize friendly casualties, and provide an intimidation factor against adversaries.

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In the Middle of the Fight: An Assessment of Medium-Armored Forces in Past Military Operations — Nov 2, 2008

An analysis of the performance of medium-armored forces across the range of military operations since World War I yields insights with significant implications for U.S. Army decisions about fielding these units in the Future Force.