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|name = Public Force
|name = Public Force
|native_name = Fòrça Pùblica
|native_name = Fòrça Pùblica
|image = [[File:MontecaraCoA.png|borderless|150px]]
|image = [[File:Montecara-roundel.svg|200px|frameless|center]]
|caption =  
|caption = Montecaran military aircraft roundel
|founded = {{date|1947-09-01|df=y}}
|founded = {{date|1935-04-17|df=y}}
|headquarters =  
|headquarters =  
|commander-in-chief = [[Colegio]]
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|commander-in-chief = [[College of State (Montecara)|College of State]]
|minister = {{Template:SDS}}
|minister = {{Template:SDS}}
|minister_title = [[Colegio|Secretary of Defense and Security]]
|minister_title = [[College of State (Montecara)|Secretary of Defense and Security]]
|commander = {{wp|Captain-General}} Ermàn Manfrìn
|commander = {{wp|Captain-General}} Ermàn Manfrìn
|commander_title = {{wp|Chief of Defense}}
|commander_title = {{wp|Chief of Defense}}
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|age = 17 (voluntary)<br />18 (compulsory)
|age = 17 (voluntary)<br />18 (compulsory)
|conscription = 12 or 18 months
|conscription = 12 or 18 months
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|deployed = 0
|deployed = 0
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|amount = $715 million (2021)
|amount = $715 million (2021)
|percent_GDP = 0.46% (2021)
|percent_GDP = 0.46% (2021)
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|domestic_suppliers =  
|foreign_suppliers = {{flag|Euclean Community}}
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|history = *[[Solarian War]]
|history = *[[Solarian War]]
|ranks = [[Military ranks of Montecara]]
|ranks = [[Military ranks of Montecara]]
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The '''Public Force''' ([[Montecaran language|Montecaran:]] ''Fòrça Pùblica'') is the unified military of [[Montecara]]. It consists of the [[Montecaran Army]] ''(Exèrçito Montecarà)'', [[Montecaran Navy]] ''(Armàda Montecarà)'', [[Montecaran Air Force]] ''(Àeronautica Montecarà)'', and [[Corps of Dragoons (Montecara)|Corps of Dragoons]] ''(Dragòni)''.  
The '''Public Force''' ([[Montecaran language|Montecaran:]] ''Fòrça Pùblica'') is the unified military of [[Montecara]]. It consists of land, sea, and air components. The Public Force is responsible for defending Montecara's land, sea, and citizens. It conducts operations to safeguard Montecaran sovereignty and the safety of its territory and resources, as well as supporting allied forces, conducting {{wp|search and rescue}} operations, and undertaking maritime law enforcement.


Militarily, Montecara faces several disadvantages. Its small size limits manpower and gives it little strategic depth with which to defend itself. Its strategic location is something of a double-edged sword, increasing the nation's relevance and bargaining power but making it a potential target of external aggression. The Montecaran government has attempted to compensate for its weaknesses by adopting a military policy based on conscription, hoping to discourage invaders by promising that they will face a trained and tenacious resistance. Montecara's military strategy is based first on deterrence and second on organized resistance to invasion. Deterrence rests on making it clear that the attacking force would suffer unacceptable casualties in seeking to capture Montecara's small territory. Failing this, the goal of resistance is to deny the enemy use of the nation's strategic assets and exhaust its will to fight.  
As required by the [[Constitution of Montecara]], it is organized as a {{wp|Conscription|conscript}} force built upon a foundation of professional, career non-commissioned and commissioned officers. Under the country's system of citizen service, the bulk of personnel are conscripts serving 12- or 18-month terms, usually from age 18. Both males and females are called up for initial screening, with about two-thirds of males and one-third of females selected for service. Volunteer service is also available for males and females beginning at age 17. Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).


Under the country's system of citizen service, the bulk of personnel are conscripts serving 12- or 18-month terms, usually from age 18. Both males and females are called up for initial screening, with about two-thirds of males and one-third of females selected for service. Volunteer service is also available for males and females beginning at age 17. Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).
As Montecara is a member of the [[Euclean Common Defense Treaty Organization]] (ECDTO), the Public Force collaborates with allied militaries across Euclea. Allied ships make regular calls at the [[Port of Montecara]], and the state is protected by the ECTDO {{wp|nuclear umbrella}}.
 
Because of its strategic and practical limitations, Montecara has adopted a policy of "Integral Defense" (''Difèsa Intèra'') which marshals all the resources of the nation to dissuade aggressors. The Montecaran state views such matters as political consensus, administrative competence, economic power, cultural influence, and international relationships as pillars which complement military power in maintaining national security, and makes policy decisions accordingly. This approach also promotes social cohesion by creating an atmosphere in which Montecarans must stand together against a hostile outside world.
 
Montecara is a member of the [[Euclean Common Defense Treaty Organization]] (ECDTO). Allied ships make regular calls at the [[Port of Montecara]], and the state is protected by the [[Euclean Community]] {{wp|nuclear umbrella}}.
 
== History ==
[[File:Malta Maritime Museum from Senglea.jpg|250px|thumb|left|The historic Arsenàl]]
Montecara was historically one of the most powerful seagoing states in the world. At its peak around 1500, the Montecaran Navy boasted over 3,000 vessels which were turned out on an industrial scale by its Arsenàl, a fortress and shipbuilding factory that could produce up to a ship a day when working at full capacity. Montecarans were masters of the sail-and-oar ship, basing their designs on naval architecture with a history that stretched back to the [[Solarian Republic]]. These vessels, highly maneuverable and with a shallow draft, were ideally suited to navigating the [[Solarian Sea]] and allowed Montecarans to acquire far-flung territory as part of their overseas possessions, the [[Stado Ultramarìn]].
 
Montecaran seafaring prowess was recognized by the [[Gaullican Empire]] during its occupation in the nineteenth and early twentieth centuries, with many Montecarans serving in specialized and even command roles in the Gaullican navy.  


== Structure ==
== Structure ==
[[File:MC-orbat.png|400px|thumb|The {{wp|order of battle}} diagram for the Montecaran armed forces]]
[[File:MC-orbat.png|400px|thumb|The {{wp|order of battle}} diagram for the Montecaran armed forces]]
=== Leadership ===
The Public Force is organized into three main environmental branches. The Montecaran Brigade ''(Brigàda Montecarà)'' is the ground force component, the Air Squadron ''(Scuàdra Aereà)'' is the aerospace component, and the Marine Squadron ''(Scuàdra Marìn)'' is the seaborne component.  
 
=== Army ===
[[File:Guardia-flag.png|150px|thumb|left|Standard of the Brigàda Montecarà]]
The Montecaran Army is the ground force component of the Public Force.
 
=== Navy ===
The Montecaran Navy is the seaborne component of the Public Force. It is responsible for defending Montecara's {{wp|territorial waters}} and {{wp|Exclusive economic zone|exclusive sector}} in accordance with national and international law. It conducts operations to safeguard Montecaran sovereignty and the safety of its territory and resources, as well as supporting allied forces, conducting {{wp|search and rescue}} operations, undertaking maritime law enforcement. It is an entirely professional, volunteer force, and nearly all of its personnel have specialized duties. It includes a {{wp|Company (military unit)|company}}-sized formation of naval infantry.
 
=== Air Force ===
[[File:MontecaraRoundel.png|150px|thumb|left|Montecaran military aircraft roundel]]
The Montecaran Air force is the aerospace component of the Public Force.
 
=== Dragoons ===
{{main|Corps of Dragoons (Montecara)}}
The Corps of Dragoons is Montecara's gendarmery.


== Personnel ==
== Personnel ==
{{See also|Military ranks of Montecara}}
{{See also|Military ranks of Montecara}}
=== Conscription ===
=== Conscription ===
Montecara practices conscription for a term of 12 or 18 months, usually beginning at graduation from secondary school at age 18. All able-bodied citizens and permanent residents, male and female, are eligible. New recruits take a battery of physical and academic tests. Based on their results, they may be assigned to a remedial physical fitness course or move directly on to {{wp|recruit training}}. The basic training course lasts 12 weeks, during which recruits learn the rudiments of military skills and discipline.  
Montecara practices conscription for a term of 12 or 18 months, usually beginning at graduation from secondary school at age 18. All able-bodied citizens and permanent residents, male and female, are eligible. New recruits take a battery of physical and academic tests. Based on their results, they may be assigned to a remedial physical fitness course or move directly on to {{wp|recruit training}}. The basic training course lasts 12 weeks, during which recruits learn the rudiments of military skills and discipline. Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).
 
Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).
 
== Facilities ==


== Equipment ==
== Equipment ==
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| 1 system (4 drones) in service
| 1 system (4 drones) in service
| 2015
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| {{wp|AeroVironment RQ-11 Raven|RQ Corbeau}}
| [[File:RQ-11B Raven Blackfoot Company, 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska (cropped).jpg|200px]]
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| {{wp|Mark V Special Operations Craft|MVS boat}}
| [[File:MK V SOC launching ScanEagle.jpg|200px]]
| {{wp|Patrol boat}}
| 1 in service
| 2015
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Latest revision as of 18:46, 12 August 2023

Public Force
Fòrça Pùblica
Montecara-roundel.svg
Montecaran military aircraft roundel
Founded17 April 1935
Leadership
Commander-in-ChiefCollege of State
Secretary of Defense and SecurityTulio Brucàt
Chief of DefenseCaptain-General Ermàn Manfrìn
Personnel
Military age17 (voluntary)
18 (compulsory)
Conscription12 or 18 months
Available for
military service		405,036 males, age 15–49 (2020 est.),
395,542 females, age 15–49 (2020 est.)
Reaching military
age annually		9,897 males (2020 est.),
9,396 females (2020 est.)
Active personnel5,655
Reserve personnel16,875
Deployed personnel0
Expenditure
Budget$715 million (2021)
Percent of GDP0.46% (2021)
Industry
Foreign suppliers Euclean Community
Related articles
History
RanksMilitary ranks of Montecara

The Public Force (Montecaran: Fòrça Pùblica) is the unified military of Montecara. It consists of land, sea, and air components. The Public Force is responsible for defending Montecara's land, sea, and citizens. It conducts operations to safeguard Montecaran sovereignty and the safety of its territory and resources, as well as supporting allied forces, conducting search and rescue operations, and undertaking maritime law enforcement.

As required by the Constitution of Montecara, it is organized as a conscript force built upon a foundation of professional, career non-commissioned and commissioned officers. Under the country's system of citizen service, the bulk of personnel are conscripts serving 12- or 18-month terms, usually from age 18. Both males and females are called up for initial screening, with about two-thirds of males and one-third of females selected for service. Volunteer service is also available for males and females beginning at age 17. Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).

As Montecara is a member of the Euclean Common Defense Treaty Organization (ECDTO), the Public Force collaborates with allied militaries across Euclea. Allied ships make regular calls at the Port of Montecara, and the state is protected by the ECTDO nuclear umbrella.

Structure

The order of battle diagram for the Montecaran armed forces

The Public Force is organized into three main environmental branches. The Montecaran Brigade (Brigàda Montecarà) is the ground force component, the Air Squadron (Scuàdra Aereà) is the aerospace component, and the Marine Squadron (Scuàdra Marìn) is the seaborne component.

Personnel

See also: Military ranks of Montecara

Conscription

Montecara practices conscription for a term of 12 or 18 months, usually beginning at graduation from secondary school at age 18. All able-bodied citizens and permanent residents, male and female, are eligible. New recruits take a battery of physical and academic tests. Based on their results, they may be assigned to a remedial physical fitness course or move directly on to recruit training. The basic training course lasts 12 weeks, during which recruits learn the rudiments of military skills and discipline. Once a conscript's term of service is complete, he or she is considered a qualified soldier and remains on the reserve list until reaching the age of 40 (for other ranks) or 45 (for officers).

Equipment

Vehicles

Type Image Role Quantity Year acquired
Armored fighting vehicles
Général BC 40 T VBM Freccia visto frontalmente.JPG Infantry fighting vehicle 8 in service 2006
Fonan E2 Mowag Eagle V.jpg Light armored car 4 in service 2005
Autonomous vehicles
DELFIN Katanpää Lippujuhlan päivän kalustoesittely 2016 2 REMUS 100.JPG Mine countermeasures /
Search and rescue 		1 in service 2018
ISE Aigle US Navy 1005268-N-RC844-159 A Scan Eagle Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV).jpg Unmanned aerial vehicle 1 system (4 drones) in service 2015
RQ Corbeau RQ-11B Raven Blackfoot Company, 1st Battalion, 501st Parachute Infantry Regiment, 4th Infantry Brigade Combat Team (Airborne), 25th Infantry Division Base Elmendorf-Richardson, Alaska (cropped).jpg Unmanned aerial vehicle 4 in service 2013
Boats
GL boat G113 Turku 3.JPG Fast boat /
Landing craft 		4 in service 2004
MVS boat MK V SOC launching ScanEagle.jpg Patrol boat 1 in service 2015
Fixed-wing aircraft
IFO Aerocamio PL M-28 Bryza Okęcie.JPG Maritime patrol aircraft / Military transport aircraft 3 in service 1998–1999
Altamecanica Atlante A2823-Italy-Spartan-CSX62219-RIAT2013.JPG Maritime patrol aircraft / Military transport aircraft 1 in service 2010
Piàvo 180 Piaggio P-180 Avanti Rennes 2010 (cropped).jpg Maritime patrol aircraft / VIP transport 1 in service 1995
RUI T-5 SF260 Libya (cropped).jpg Basic trainer 10 in service 1988–2002
Ground utility vehicles
Éclair Ascension Mercedes-Benz Geländewagen Norwegian military fq.jpg Light utility vehicle 24 in service 2006–2009
Éclair M 150 GBC180 001.JPG Heavy cargo truck
Helicopters
HdF 90 NH-90 NATO Frigate Helikopter (NFH). 175.jpg Anti-submarine warfare 6 in service
Agùst A109 A109 - RIAT 2012 (7549052866).jpg Military utility helicopter 2 in service

Artillery

Type Image Role Quantity Year acquired
Mortars
Mortier Tr. 51 M30 mortar at the War Remnants Museum.jpg 107 mm mortar
Mortier Tr. 78 60mm mortar round being launch (crop).jpg 60 mm mortar
Towed artillery
Obusier Tr. 75 Royal Artillery Firing 105mm Light Guns MOD 45155621.jpg 105 mm howitzer 6 in service
Obusier Tr. 205 Australian soldiers from the 8-12 Field Regiment firing a M777 155mm howitzer.jpg 155 mm howitzer 4 in service
Naval artillery
Autotorexìn 13 cm Gun 130 TK in Isosaari.jpg Coastal artillery 6 in service 1984
MA5 MOL - mobilni obalni lanser.jpg Truck-mounted anti-ship missile system 5 in service 2009

Ships

Class Image Ships Displacement
(tonnes) 		Commissioned
Corvettes (1 in service)
Triton Urania F552.jpg ASM Tritòn 1,285 1995
Patrol vessels (6 in service)
Ligio Mal P61.jpg ASM Ligio
ASM Çenturio
ASM Pilo
ASM Gladio
ASM Lòrica
ASM Òptio 		390 1993-1996
Minehunters (2 in service)
Xile MM Crotone M5558.jpg ASM Xile
ASM Sirèna 		620 1997
Research vessels (1 in service)
Nereida Leonardo (A 5301) 06 @chesi.JPG ASM Nereida 433 2004
Tugboats (4 in service)
Bigorno Mm Carabiniere F 581.jpg ASM Bigorno
ASM Ciriped
ASM Anèmone
ASM Nautìl 		412 1987-1989
Transport ships (2 in service)
Cerèra Mmi A5353.jpg ASM Cerèra
ASM Convèctor 		631 1989
Training ships (1 in service)
Xeno Nave scuola Palinuro (A5311).jpg ASM Xeno 858 1935

Small arms

Model Image Type Caliber Notes
Handguns
ARS P16
FN5701.jpg Pistol 5.7×28mm Standard-issue pistol
Rifles
ARS C2
FNC IMG 1527.jpg Assault rifle 5.56×45mm Standard-issue rifle
ARS F9 TIR
SLRL1A1.jpg Battle rifle 7.62×51mm Former standard-issue rifle, many still in stock
ARS STORM
File:Scar L Standard.jpg Assault rifle 5.56×45mm In use by select units
SSV 105
CheyTacIntervention.jpg Sniper rifle 8.58×70mm
Submachine guns
OKT P.220
Heckler & Koch MP5-1.jpg General-purpose submachine gun 9×19mm
Machine guns
ARS GMG
FN MAG white background.jpg General-purpose machine gun 7.62×51mm
HB.1
PEO Browning M2E2 QCB (c1).jpg Heavy machine gun 12.7×99mm Used on vehicles and emplacements
Shotguns
Diegennis M/02
Benelli m4 2.jpg Shotgun 12 gauge
Anti-tank and anti-air weapons
NVF PVV-19
AT-4 live-fire.jpg Anti-tank weapon 84 mm
MACP-3
FIM-92 Stinger USMC.JPG Man-portable air-defense system 70 mm
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