U.S. Army Recruiting and Force Reduction
The U.S. Army reached its lowest numbers since 1940 but shattered recruiting records in December 2024. Despite missing recruiting goals in 2023, the Army announced a force cut of 24,000 in 2024 to prepare for future wars.
Key Points
- Lowest U.S. Army numbers since 1940
- Force cut to help fight in future wars
- Expansion of recruiting programs
Pros
- Shattered recruiting records in December 2024
- Focus on overcoming academic and physical fitness barriers for recruits
- Expansion of the Future Soldier Preparatory Course
Cons
- Missed recruiting goals by 41,000 in 2023
- Force cut of 24,000 to prepare for future wars