Reinforcing forward Marines and a secured airfield

The proposed expeditionary structure gives forward-deployed Royal Marine battle groups a route to reinforcement. Other groups could embark in larger LPDs and join those already overseas to form a brigade. Two frontline parachute battalions, with a possible reserve battalion, provide a separate rapid-response option. Parachute troops could secure an airfield before a heavier strike battle group flies in. Armoured formations and forces with protected vehicles remain preferable to special forces for holding ground against a major opponent.