12 Major Changes For The U.S. Army In 2012

Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond F. Chandler III speaks during an interview in his office in Arlington, Va., in June 2011. Colin Kelly / Staff file photo

Sergeant Major: 12 Changes To Expect In ’12 -- Army Times

FORT JACKSON, S.C. — It is no secret that big changes are ahead. The Army must cut thousands of soldiers. As combat operations wind down, talk of a renewed emphasis on the “profession of arms” is ramping up. Money is tight, and times are changing.

The Army is in transition — and 2012 will be its pivot point.

Sergeant Major of the Army Raymond Chandler, in an exclusive interview with Army Times, outlined many of the changes you can expect. Chandler is the first to say he doesn’t make changes. His in-depth study and careful consideration of issues leads to recommendations to the Army chief of staff and service secretary. When the subsequent order is given, Chandler will see that it is carried out. He wants what is best for his Army and its soldiers, and is determined to make both better.

Here are 12 ways he looks to do that in the coming year:

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My Comment: Changes befitting a military that is winding down combat operations.