I think the biggest problem with the Army right now still is the ridiculous manning system that is in place.
It's the ultimate form of socialism. Everyone gets their shot at command. If you happen to be good at it, it doesn't matter, because there are holes in the system that need to be filled, and you're going to fill it or leave.
And once that company command is complete, you have about a 20% chance of getting a battalion. Basically, you're not going to lead troops anymore, and you have 10+ years left before you retire. If you're lucky, you'll have 5 years of troop leading time...even if you are the second coming of Rommel and Abrams combined.
So in that aspect, it doesn't matter what the doctrine is, because we have a system that makes almost impossible to create experts at any job.
On a good note, it only took 6 years for a new FM 3-0 to get published.
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