Army Forces Command was last led by Lt. Gen. Carl-Hubertus von Butler and reports to the German General Staff.

Its colour scheme is based on that of the German Federation: black, red and gold.

The badge is worn by military personnel on the staff of the Command on the left sleeve of their service dress.

The change in the security situation in Europe resulting from the dissolution of the Soviet Union required a national German command to be formed.

In addition to the Franco-German Brigade, Army Command provides permanent German elements on the staffs and supporting units as well as other troops for: