This article explores various repositories of unclassified open-source geospatial data that can be leveraged in support of engineer reconnaissance efforts—either with or without the assistance of geospatial engineer teams.
This article highlights the large number of administrative tasks expected of Army leaders at the company echelon, exposes the principal causes of the bureaucratic bind that hinders companies from providing training for warfighting tasks, explores current efforts to address these issues, and proposes ways to cut back on extraneous requirements.
Published 12/17/24 by First Lieutenant Tyler A. Skidmore
The role of engineers on the modern battlefield highlights the need for prioritization of U.S. Army engineer officer professional development, which can be best addressed through improvements to EBOLC and enhanced opportunities for follow-on engineer-specific training.
Published 11/22/24 by Lieutenant Colonel Francisco Da Cas
The Brazilian Army Engineer Instruction Center plays an important role in training engineers from the Brazilian Army and its sister services and partner nations in the technical aspects of general, combat, geospatial, and environmental engineering as well as in peacekeeping missions, thereby ensuring the effective use of engineers across all regions of Brazil.
Backed by more than 10 years of first-hand observations and experience at the National Training Center, this article presents recommendations for measures that can be taken to reinvigorate preparations for engineer reconnaissance team support of large-scale combat operations.
Published 9/16/24 by Lieutenant Colonel Darryl W. Kothmann
The 3d Infantry Division Sustainment Brigade (3DSB) used the Automated Route Reconnaissance Kit (ARRK) to survey Area of Operation (AO) Victory distribution networks and create a common operating picture (COP) to assist in route selection, provide a planning resource, develop a shared understanding, and create a safer operating environment.
