Editors

Dr. Gregory L. Cantwell and Major Justin M. Magula

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Recent Russian aggression in Ukraine has reenergized military strategists and senior leaders to evaluate the role of strategic Landpower. American leadership in the European theater has mobilized allies and partners to reconsider force postures for responding to possible aggression against NATO members. Although Russian revisionist activity remains a threat in Europe, the challenges in the Pacific for strategic Landpower must also be considered. At the same time, the homeland, the Arctic, climate change, and the results of new and emerging technology also challenge the application of strategic Landpower. This publication serves as part of an enduring effort to evaluate strategic Landpower’s role, authorities, and resources for accomplishing the national strategic goals the Joint Force may face in the next conflict. This study considers multinational partners, allies, and senior leaders that can contribute to overcoming these enduring challenges. The insights derived from this study, which can be applied to both the European and Indo-Pacific theaters, should help leaders to consider these challenges, which may last a generation. Deterrence demands credible strategic response options integrated across warfighting functions. This valuable edition will continue the dialogue about addressing these issues as well as other emerging ones.

ISBN

1-58487-850-9

Publication Date

8-29-2023

Publisher

Center for Strategic Leadership

City

Carlisle, PA

Keywords

Theater army, V Corps, I Corps, warfighting functions, deterrence, assurance, NATO, sustainment, multidomain operations, competition continuum, near-peer competitor, China, Russia, Landpower, Arctic, homeland defense

Disciplines

Defense and Security Studies

The Future Role of Strategic Landpower

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