The objectives, tasks, structure and functions of the Territorial Defense Forces in the 21st century Cover Image

Cele, zadania, struktura i funkcje wojsk obrony terytorialnej w XXI wieku
The objectives, tasks, structure and functions of the Territorial Defense Forces in the 21st century

Author(s): Artur Michalak
Subject(s): Security and defense, Military policy
Published by: Oficyna Wydawnicza KA AFM
Keywords: territorial defense; military; warfare; goals; tasks, functions

Summary/Abstract: Currently, the Territorial Defense Forces in Poland constitute a separate type of Armed Forces. This highlights their important place in the defense system of the Republic of Poland. This article is a brief attempt to summarize the role of the territorial defense forces in the 21st century. It presents contemporary threats as the primary determinant of the creation of this formation. In a synthetic way, it reflects on the demands placed on these troops in various states of functioning of the state, both as external and internal forces. The objectives set for the territorial defense forces are described from the point of view of current state needs, as well as the requirements for their structures and functions in this respect.

  • Issue Year: XXVIII/2017
  • Issue No: 3
  • Page Range: 27-36
  • Page Count: 10
  • Language: Polish