Armies

Armies are a crucial component in this committee. They fight enemy armies, put down rebellions and conquer territories. The strength of an army is determined by the size and quality of it. Quality acts as a multiplier of the army’s fighting capability and is divided into four components:

1. Leadership: the military capability and skill of the commander.

2. Morale: the enthusiasm and determination of the rank and file.

3. Equipment: the quality and power of weapons and armaments in the army.

4. Organization: the logistics and discipline of the rank and file.

Armies require adequate upkeep in food and income, lack of both would led to desertion. Many approaches can be taken to improve the quality of armies. Increase salaries or improve healthcare will raise troop morale, whilst acquiring tanks and field artillery will strengthen army firepower. You can see how armies are organized on page 18.