RAND Research Topic: Military Doctrine 2012-05-24T14:57:06Z Copyright (c) 2012, The RAND Corporation RAND Corporation http://www.rand.org/topics/military-doctrine.html Making Improvements to The Army Distributed Learning Program http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1016.html Mar 28, 2012 Mar 28, 2012 An assessment of The Army Distributed Learning Program (TADLP) found that it has had a relatively narrow focus and has provided, at best, a modest benefit to unit readiness. Major changes are needed to meet increasing DL requirements within the Army. Several near-term initiatives are proposed for the Army's interactive multimedia instruction program to improve both the quality of the product and the efficiency and responsiveness of the process. A Review of the Army's Modular Force Structure http://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR927-2.html Mar 16, 2012 Mar 16, 2012 In 2003, the U.S. Army began a process to transform from a division-based to a modular force structure. Congress requested a study of the process and outcomes of the initiative to assess the impact on the Army's capabilities in a range of operations. Three Pots of Tea: Peace in Afghanistan Depends on Its Leaders, Neighbors, and Security Forces http://www.rand.org/publications/randreview/issues/2011/winter/3tea.html Jan 13, 2012 Jan 13, 2012 There are three key ingredients for peace in Afghanistan. Afghan leaders must negotiate a peace. Afghan neighbors must respect the peace. And Afghan soldiers and police must keep the peace. Assessing Freedom of Movement for Counterinsurgency Campaigns http://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR1014.html Jan 12, 2012 Jan 12, 2012 Freedom of movement (FoM) is the actual or perceived degree to which individuals or groups can move from place to place within a given environment or into and out of that environment. Focusing specifically on Afghanistan, this examination considers actual and perceived FoM for a range of groups and profiles the factors that influence them and affect data reporting in potentially misleading ways. Reshaping the Army's Active and Reserve Components http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG961.html Dec 15, 2011 Dec 15, 2011 To analyze policy options that would improve utilization of reserve forces, the authors assess how Army active and reserve forces are used. Converting billets from low-use to high-use career fields within a component could partially, but not completely, rebalance the reserve components. Converting billets from a low-use career field in one component to a high-use career field in another is unlikely in the near term, but an option in the long run. History Shows Danger of Arbitrary Defense Cuts http://www.rand.org/commentary/2011/11/23/CNN.html Nov 23, 2011 Nov 23, 2011 As America embarks on a tough strategic journey in the aftermath of Iraq, and contends with an ailing economy, it is wise to be mindful of the difference between hope and fact, writes Paula G. Thornhill. Security Force Assistance in Afghanistan http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1066.html Sep 11, 2011 Sep 11, 2011 Security force assistance (SFA) is a central pillar of the counterinsurgency campaign being waged by U.S. and coalition forces in Afghanistan. An analysis of SFA efforts documents U.S. and international approaches to building the Afghan National Security Forces from 2001 to 2009 and provides recommendations and their implications for the U.S Army. Nuclear Deterrence in Europe: Russian Approaches to a New Environment and Implications for the United States http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG1075.html Aug 18, 2011 Aug 18, 2011 Through a variety of policies and actions &mdash; and most recently in a new military doctrine adopted in February 2010 &mdash; Russia has indicated the types of situations and threats that might cause it to resort to using nuclear weapons. This volume examines Russia's evolving framework for nuclear deterrence and its implications for U.S. military operations in Europe. Alliances in the 21st Century: Implications for the US-European partnership http://www.rand.org/pubs/occasional_papers/OP340.html Jun 28, 2011 Jun 28, 2011 This paper presents a theory of natural alliances in which commonalities in political culture are a strategic asset for better coordination and greater predictability among partners. It applies this theory to the case of the US-European alliance. U.S. Prisoner of War, Detainee Operations Need More Advance Planning http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG934.html Jun 9, 2011 Jun 9, 2011 Prisoner-of-war and detainee operations are a crucial component in the successful prosecution of a conflict &mdash; particularly in counterinsurgency operations &mdash; and should be upgraded to receive more attention and better advance preparation. U.S. Prisoner of War, Detainee Operations Need More Advance Planning http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/06/09.html Jun 9, 2011 Jun 9, 2011 Prisoner-of-war and detainee operations are a crucial component in the successful prosecution of a conflict -- particularly in counterinsurgency operations -- and should be upgraded to receive more attention and better advance preparation. Flawed Strategy, Not a 'Failure of Air Power,' Led to Israel's Disappointing Performance in 2006 Lebanon War http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG835.html May 22, 2011 May 22, 2011 Israel's disappointing performance in its war against Hezbollah in Lebanon in 2006 did not reflect a "failure of air power," but rather a failure of Israel's political and military leaders to properly assess the enemy, set achievable goals, apply an effective strategy and adequately manage public expectations. Flawed Strategy, Not a 'Failure of Air Power,' Led to Israel's Disappointing Performance in 2006 Lebanon War http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/05/23.html May 22, 2011 May 22, 2011 Israel's disappointing performance in its war against Hezbollah in Lebanon in 2006 did not reflect a "failure of air power," but rather a failure of Israel's political and military leaders to properly assess the enemy, set achievable goals, apply an effective strategy and adequately manage public expectations. Analysis of Chinese Military Doctrine Indicates China Could Pose Serious Challenge to U.S. and Allied Air Forces http://www.rand.org/news/press/2011/02/21/index1.html Feb 21, 2011 Feb 21, 2011 An exhaustive study of Chinese military sources reveals that a future Chinese air force campaign would, under most likely scenarios, seriously test the United States and its allies in a conflict. Analysis of Chinese Military Doctrine Indicates China Could Pose Serious Challenge to U.S. and Allied Air Forces http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG915.html Feb 18, 2011 Feb 18, 2011 An exhaustive study of Chinese military sources reveals that a future Chinese air force campaign would, under most likely scenarios, seriously test the United States and its allies in a conflict. Le concept de communication strat&eacute;gique de l'OTAN et sa pertinence pour la France http://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR855z1.html Nov 12, 2010 Nov 12, 2010 Study of NATO Strategic Communications and relevance for France. Looks at: definition, objectives, scope, terminology, command structure, resources. Concludes concept is relevant to France in crisis situations and offers ways to implement it. NATO's Strategic Communications concept and its relevance for France http://www.rand.org/pubs/technical_reports/TR855z2.html Nov 12, 2010 Nov 12, 2010 Study of NATO Strategic Communications and relevance for France. Looks at: definition, objectives, scope, terminology, command structure, resources. Concludes concept is relevant to France in crisis situations and offers ways to implement it. A Survey of Missions for Unmanned Undersea Vehicles http://www.rand.org/pubs/monographs/MG808.html Jun 1, 2009 Jun 1, 2009 <p>RAND identifies seven military missions for unmanned undersea vehicles (UUVs) &mdash; mine countermeasures, deployment of leave-behind surveillance sensors or sensor arrays, near-land and harbor monitoring, oceanography, monitoring undersea infrastructure, anti-submarine warfare tracking, and inspection/identification &mdash; that appear most promising to pursue in terms of military need, operational and technical risks, non-UUV alternatives, and cost.</p> Countering the Military's Latest Fad: Counterinsurgency http://www.rand.org/commentary/2009/05/17/WP.html May 16, 2009 May 16, 2009 <p>When Defense Secretary Gates announced that he was dismissing Gen. McKiernan as the top U.S. commander in Afghanistan and replacing him with Lt. Gen. McChrystal, he signaled his support for an intellectual movement that in a few short years has come to dominate military thinking in Washington, writes Celeste Ward.</p> Changes Needed in Way the United States Conducts Military Interventions http://www.rand.org/news/press/2008/10/02/military_interventions.html Oct 2, 2008 Oct 2, 2008 In preparing for possible future military interventions, the United States needs to shift substantial resources to the Department of State and U.S. Agency for International Development, and military-civilian efforts must be integrated from top to bottom.