Eli5 why are combat units “ineffective” after taking 15% losses?
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We were always taught between 30% and 60%, depending on who you ask. That being said, as others have mentioned, it depends on what 15% you’re talking about. 15% of C3I could possibly have a greater impact than say, 15% of your armored vehicles.
During Desert Storm, our goal was 50% for Republican Guard units and less for others. It is one of the reasons the air campaign took longer than expected, so we could have adequate time to reduce the effectiveness of their premier units. The rapid ground offensive was a testament to the soundness of that strategy.
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