Discussion Questions

1. What are the major wars in which the United States Army has fought?

2 . What missions other than fighting major wars has the United States Army accomplished?

3 . Who have been some of the most famous leaders of the United States Army?

4 . What is the militia tradition, and why has it been so important throughout our history?

5 . In what ways has the United States Army attempted to take advantage of technology throughout history?

6 . How has the United States Army established and sustained a tradition of deference to civil authority?

7 . How has the Army facilitated the integration of ethnic minorities and women into American life?

8 . Recognizing both our own history and changes in the world, what should the Army be doing now to transform itself?

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