U.S. Army Targets 61,000 New Recruits for FY25, Expands Production to 100,000 Rounds Amid Modernization in Pacific

Oct 16, 2024, 12:23 PM

The U.S. Army has set an ambitious recruitment target of 61,000 new soldiers for the fiscal year 2025, marking a significant increase from the previous year and a return to the higher goals of earlier years. This recruitment drive coincides with ongoing modernization efforts within the Army, which include the expansion of the 'transforming-in-contact' concept to divisions and armored brigades. The Army is also adapting its strategies to enhance capabilities in jungle warfare, particularly in the Pacific region, where soldiers are testing new operational concepts. Additionally, the Army is focusing on modernizing its network and equipment to provide commanders with greater flexibility. General Randy George has indicated that the Army will discontinue programs that do not align with its modernization objectives. Furthermore, the Army is ramping up production of 155mm rounds from 14,000 to nearly 50,000 per month, with a goal of increasing capacity to 100,000 rounds, reflecting a strategic emphasis on countering uncrewed systems in contemporary warfare.