Chief Warrant Officer 2 Aaron McClendon argues in this latest Special Warfare Journal article that the U.S. Army must prioritize mobility and agility over excessive protection and equipment as it transitions from the Global War on Terror to large-scale combat operations. McClendon explains that modern soldiers carry significantly heavier loads than previous generations, which degrades mobility, increases fatigue, and reduces lethality.
He situates this problem within a broader institutional transition in which the Army must rethink doctrine, force structure, and sustainment practices. Overreliance on protection, logistics, and technological solutions can create vulnerabilities rather than advantages. Ultimately, McClendon contends that combat effectiveness depends on an agile force capable of rapid maneuver, risk acceptance, and operational adaptability in contested environments.
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