Time and Resources Required for Postmobilization Training of AC/ARNG Integrated Heavy Divisions

Abstract : This report contains the results of analysis by RAND's Arroyo Center on the postmobilization training process for integrated divisions composed of elements of the Army National Guard (ARNG) and the Active Component (AC). As part of an effort to redesign ARNG divisions, the Secretary of the Army directed a study of a proposal to form two integrated divisions, each constructed by merging three ARNG enhanced separate brigades with an Active Component division headquarters. The U.S. Army Training and Doctrine Command (TRADOC) was given the task of developing the concept and assessing its viability. The analysis presented in this report is part of that assessment. The material presented here was previously delivered as an executive-level annotated briefing to the Commanding Generals of U.S. Army Forces Command (FORSCOM) and TRADOC.