What does ARG mean in MILITARY

An Amphibious Ready Group (ARG) is a group of amphibious assault ships typically consisting of three dock landing ships, an amphbious transport dock, and a command ship. Together, these vessels provide the mission capabilities necessary to embark, deploy and land elements of a Marine Landing Force in an assault by helicopters and/or watercraft.

ARGs typically operate in the Mediterranean Sea, Red Sea, Persian Gulf, as well as other bodies of water as directed by military commanders.

The most important role of an ARG is to transport personnel and equipment during amphibious assaults. Additionally, they provide support for humanitarian relief operations and enable rapid deployment in crisis situations.

The number of crew members varies depending on the size of each ship within the group but usually ranges from 2200-3000 personnel.

ARGs can be supported by conventional and vertical launch fixed wing or rotary aircraft. They can also support unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).

Each vessel contains a variety of weapon systems such as surface-to-air missiles and torpedoes for self-defense; large caliber guns for offensive fire support; 25mm and 50mm guns for close-in defense; shoulder launched missiles; grenade launchers; small arms weapons; and naval mines if necessary.

An ARG typically has enough supplies to remain at sea for up to 60 days without needing replenishment or repair services.

Yes, all personnel must complete specialized training prior to being assigned to their positions aboard the vessels within the group. This training consists both classroom instruction and hands-on experience with different weapons systems and shipboard operations specific to the mission needs of each particular group.

In addition to combat missions, ARGs provide humanitarian aid if needed following natural disasters or in response to other emergency situations involving medical care or evacuation procedures assistance. They may also take part in intelligence gathering operations or stabilization exercises using non lethal tactics when needed.

Technology aids in efficient use of resources through improved communications between vessels within the group via satellite links providing real time data exchange which allows command decisions to be made quickly with confidence that all relevant information is available before any action is taken. Modern navigation systems ensure precise positioning while automated supply requisitioning helps ensure necessary supplies are always accessible onboard.