FM 3-94 — Armies, Corps, And Division Operations

FM 3-94 governs the organization, roles, command relationships, and operations of theater armies, field armies, corps, and divisions.

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  • Publication number: FM 3-94
  • Title: ARMIES, CORPS, AND DIVISION OPERATIONS
  • Date: 07/23/2021
  • Proponent: T2COM
  • Status: ACTIVE

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It covers landpower, levels of warfare, operational art, combat power, and Army operations in competition and conflict. It establishes headquarters roles, subordinate formations, command and support relationships, and conduct of operations, while requiring compliance with applicable laws and regulations.

Applies to: FM 3-94 applies to the Active Army, Army National Guard/Army National Guard of the United States , and United States Army Reserve unless otherwise stated.

Topics covered

  • Theater army operations
  • Field army operations
  • Corps operations
  • Division operations
  • Competition continuum
  • Operational art
  • Command and support relationships
  • Operational framework

Questions and answers

What formations does FM 3-94 provide doctrine for?

FM 3-94 provides Army doctrine for the theater army, field army, corps, and division.

What roles can an Army division perform?

An Army division can perform one of four roles, although its primary role is that of a tactical headquarters during operations on land. (paragraph 5-3)

How many BCTs does a division command in combat?

The division is organized, trained, and equipped to command between two and five BCTs in combat as well as support the BCTs with a mix of functional and multifunctional brigades and other enablers. (paragraph 5-5)

What is the field army's role during armed conflict?

During armed conflict, the field army, as the ARFOR, may also serve as the joint force land component. (paragraph 3-141)

What does the theater army headquarters consist of?

The theater army is a formation consisting of a headquarters and assigned theater-level enabling forces. (paragraph 3-7)

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