To: Timeout
The 101st is an "Air Mobile" Division - they rely on helicopters to advance, although the do have other vehicles as well. They are most effective in securing ground not otherwise reachable by "ground" forces.
The 82nd OTOH is an Airborne Division - they rely on Airplanes and parachute into enemy teritory.
Infantry and Armor Divisions (including variations - such as Cavalry) are true "ground forces" used primarily to directly confront the enemy.
Thats are very rough description, but I hope it answers some of your questions...
To: An.American.Expatriate
hey I just saw FR on FOX! WOW! great Scott!
To: An.American.Expatriate
OK...let me see if I understand this right.
101st is lightly armored force transported in LOTS of helicopters. Their purpose is to put "boots on the ground" wherever needed.
Infantry and armored divisions are there to knock holes in the evildoers (so those boots can get on the ground).
Have I got it about right?
913 posted on
04/02/2003 6:08:24 AM PST by
Timeout
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