Summary
"Black Hornet” - Eye in the Sky
The "Black Hornet”, is an organic and extremely light-weight unmanned aerial vehicle. It allows for immediate situational awareness for soldiers executing dismounted operations like smart scouting.
The Armaments Division of the Military Representation Brussels - "Together for a Stronger Europe!”
The Armaments Division of the Military Representation in Brussels acts on behalf of the armament-political interests of Austria in the European Union. It is the main point of contact for the European Defence Agency and NATO.
Commentary Command Sergeant Major: NCO Initiative - Our Joint Mission
Warsaw Pact - Leadership of the Joint Armed Forces
The Warsaw Treaty Organisation was a collective defence treaty organisation (existing between 1955 and 1991) of the then Eastern Block under the leadership of the Soviet Union.
Commentary: Can Wars Still Be Won?
Waterloo - The End of an Era
When Napoleon had been devastatingly defeated on the fields of Waterloo and sent into exile on St. Helena, the way was eventually paved for a new European order.
Psychology: Mentoring of Soldiers - Female Soldiers Support Their Female Comrades
The Restructuring of the Militia in the AAF2018
With the AAF2018 structure the militia will gain in importance again. Its position within the Forces will be strengthened, the number of militia units increased and its equipment modernised step by step.
60 Years State Treaty
By signing the State Treaty on 15 May 1955 the Federal Republic of Austria regained its full sovereignty. But what is the actual significance of the Treaty today, after 60 years?
From Fortified Blocking Battalions to Multinational Crisis Management Europe’s Armed Forces on Their Way to a New Security Architecture? Part 3
The third part of this series deals with the influence of global trends on Europe ("remarks on the situation”). The core part is concerned with the typical phases of conflict development and the tasks/profile development of armed forces in international peace-keeping missions, also involves final conclusions and suggests measures.
19th Infantry Battalion
Model Barracks Güssing
After a total construction period of three years, the Montecuccoli Barracks in Güssing was completed in December 2013. It houses the 19th Infantry Battalion, which had previously been spread over three locations and now counts among the most modern barracks in Europe.
Focus: 19th Infantry Battalion - "Ready for More!”
Tactical Foot March - Techniques and Application (Part 2)
The tactical foot march is the basis of task fulfilment in the theatre. Applying its principles in the terrain is a challenge for both commanders and infantrymen. The second part of the article shows possible solutions of combat tasks on the platoon level.
