Any mistakes are my own - the source by Governor General Hurley outlines A21s proposed structure as a concept vs proposing a proper #orbat and ToE.

However, A21s final deathnote was the East-Timor Crisis and INTERFET, which proved Australia needed an ADF and army capable of conducting expeditionary operations.

Overall, the structure was abandoned due to strategic ambiguity and shifting guidance, failure to meet the change objectives, internal resistance and cultural challenges (which I am hearing now is still a problem for infantry) & the lack of resources to carry out the desired reforms properly.

A key aspect of A21 was the investment in air and ground mobility assets, including helicopters, Bushmasters, and ASLAVs. These assets would enhance the mobility of the TFs and enable them to operate effectively in low force-to-space ratio environments.

The A21 plan proposed moving away from the traditional divisional/corps structure and creating independent TFs by embedding combat arms (including armour such as tanks, artillery, and engineers) within infantry units.

It is a structure optimised for the Defence of Australia doctrine.

That's simply a fantastic opportunity for 2 Div soldiers!

As always, any mistakes are my own.

#infantry #pacific #3rar