Department of the Army
Overview
The Department of the Army (DA) is one of the three military departments within the Department of Defense of the United States of America. The Department of the Army is the Federal Government agency responsible for the administration and the fiscal and personnel management of the United States Army, primarily focusing on modernization and readiness.
History
The Department of the Army was established by the National Security Act of 1947 and reorganized by the National Security Act Amendments of 1949 which made it a military department within the Department of Defense.
Organization
The Department of the Army is a Military Department within the overall organizational structure of the Department of Defense. The Department is headed by the Secretary of the Army, who by statute must be a civilian, appointed by the President with the confirmation by the United States Senate. The Secretary of the Army is responsible for, and has the authority to conduct all the affairs of the Department of the Army, subject to the authority, direction and control of the Secretary of Defense.
Functions
The Department of the Army provides the necessary infrastructure for the operation of the Army, including a wide range of responsibilities in the areas of logistics, personnel, and operations. It is responsible for all aspects of the Army's operations, including recruiting, training, equipping, and supporting soldiers.