Extreme Cold Weather CBRN Training at the Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center.

The threat of near-peer adversaries possessing weapons of mass destruction necessitates a focus on comprehensive readiness for the US Army. This article highlights the significance of regaining Arctic dominance and conducting large-scale combat operations (LSCO) training in extreme cold weather and CBRN-contaminated environments to effectively counter near-peer competitors. It discusses the need for increased CBRN training, equipment, and confidence in combat operations, emphasizing the unique challenges posed by extreme cold weather. The Joint Pacific Multinational Readiness Center in the Indo-Pacific theater emerges as a groundbreaking training facility that allows for in-theater training, cost savings, and increased training value for soldiers. The article acknowledges the ongoing threat of adversaries' CBRN weapons of mass destruction, underlining the importance of maintaining readiness through dynamic and rigorous training. It concludes by emphasizing the significance of applied readiness, regional engagement, and a paradigm shift in prioritizing CBRN training and evaluation. Overall, this article advocates for a comprehensive approach to address the complexities of LSCO in extreme cold weather and CBRN-contaminated environments to emerge triumphant in future conflicts. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR]