During the Russia-Ukraine conflict, one phenomenon was observed: without sufficient infantry troops, neither side could maintain a stable front line for long.
In urban guerrilla warfare, infantry is the true core force, requiring large numbers to sustain the continuity and advance of the frontline, whether in attack or defense.
For the U.S. Army to engage in large-scale ground warfare, it must mobilize forces from around the world.
Although the air and navy possess precision strike capabilities, true ground control still relies on the army.
Only through actual occupation and control of the ground can victory ultimately be achieved.
Even in modern warfare supported by high technology, without enough army troops, actual ground control cannot be achieved.
Although tank technology is advanced, the effectiveness of combat ultimately depends on quantity.
Only through the massive deployment of the army can decisive breakthroughs be formed on the battlefield and enemies be encircled and defeated on a large scale.
If there is insufficient army strength, it may lead to meaningless small-scale battles, resulting in a stalemate on the battlefield.
Actual battlefield experience shows that large-scale warfare requires more infantry support.
In contrast, the efficiency of modern air forces in ground attacks has been overestimated in actual combat.
Ultimately, the outcome of a war depends on the number of armies, not the quality.
As revealed by the Russia-Ukraine war, the number of armies determines the success or failure of both sides, with a large army able to achieve decisive breakthroughs in combat and to encircle and defeat the enemy.
During the conflict, it was observed that if one side lacked sufficient infantry forces, whether in urban guerrilla or offensive infantry, the front line would undergo a series of changes.
Large-scale warfare always requires a large number of infantry, and artillery remains the primary means of killing.
The high regard for modern air forces in ground attacks has been exaggerated in actual combat.
If a country has long and complex borders, it requires a powerful ground force to ensure border security and maintain peace.
Having a million-strong ground force is absolutely necessary.
Among the major military powers in the world today, all have strong armies.
Some netizens have pointed out that to limit China, the United States has almost played all its cards, with military means almost the only option left.
The United States is increasing its activities in the Asia-Pacific region and providing transport planes and helicopters to India.
China's active-duty military numbers 2 million, including 1.1 million in the army, making it the world's largest ground force.
With reserves and retired soldiers, China can mobilize nearly 2 million troops within 24 hours.
This number far exceeds that of the United States and Russia.
Although the U.S. military has a large overall number, the number that can be mobilized within 24 hours is far less than the total.
Data shows that the United States can mobilize less than one million people within a day at most.
Modern warfare requires strong logistical support capabilities, including conscription systems, technological reserves, industrial capacity, energy security, a large technical workforce, and popular support.
China has extremely strong production capabilities and efficiency in manufacturing, as well as a large technical workforce and broad national support, enabling it to have solid logistical support in various potential conflicts.
The rapid production and supply of vehicles and weapons require a strong industrial system and technological reserves, while energy security is a critical factor in supporting modern high-tech warfare.
The application of kinetic weapons and large-scale equipment requires an adequate energy supply.
Although the United States has a vast military infrastructure and personnel, it inevitably falls short in dealing with large-scale ground warfare, especially in the Asian and European regions.
In contrast, China has continuously enhanced the combat capabilities of its army through recent military development to ensure rapid assembly and effective combat in conflicts.
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