French Army Chief of Staff Gen. Pierre Schill has led the country's land forces in a push toward higher readiness and preparation for high-intensity warfare. In an interview, Schill discussed how the Army is embedding innovation and adapting to a rapidly evolving battlefield.
The French Army relies on 'bottom-up' and 'top-down' innovation to accelerate the transition from experimentation to operational implementation. Schill emphasized the importance of learning and evolving quickly to maintain operational superiority.
The war in Ukraine has provided valuable lessons, but Schill warned against over-learning from a single conflict. He emphasized the need for a versatile and balanced force, capable of operating across different strategic spaces.
