As MikeF points out, its critical to define the problem before seeking a solution...
A few assumptions -
- a framework of QRF/combat, logistic and air support will remain far beyond a withdrawl
- the withdrawl will not occur under enemy pressure -- we'll turn and fight, before we jump on the last helicopter evacing the embassy
- significant advisor footprint
So what we are looking at is a reduction in force (combat & support) as opposed to a complete withdrawl.
Off the top of my head, it'd look like is...
- Begin with a thinning of forces (as is happening now) either transfer of land to IA with QRF capability or reduction of BDE to BN then transition
- retain three BNs of QRF in country (north-center-south) each with heavy light mix and lift assets
- Plus establishment of a Camp Doha type facility at TAJI - with Discom and ready set responsibilities
Wow think of all the time I just saved GEN Petraeus and his staff
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