Nominal force size can differ sharply from usable combat power. Mass and equipment may look impressive on paper, yet the force will underperform without sustained investment in training. Outside assistance also depends on the receiving personnel's ability and willingness to fight effectively. United States forces may train for a different contingency from the one they eventually face, but regular exercises still build equipment knowledge, teamwork, and adaptable problem-solving skills.
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Training turns paper strength into combat power
A discussion of Russia, Ukraine, and the United States argues that equipment inventories mean little without training, exercises, and cohesive teams.