At the end of January 1968, on the New Year's holiday known to the Vietnamese as Tet, communist forces launched a massive offensive against most of the major cities in South Vietnam. The U.S. embassy in Saigon came under attack, and the marines...
The cruelty of the Japanese forces in the invasion of the Philippines during WWII forced the migration during the Bataan Death March that ended the lives of many Allied and Filipino soldiers. Out of 78,000 soldiers forced to march, only about...
The number of soldiers who lost their life on the Death March is unknown. Six days after they began their march they arrive at Camp O’Donnell. Those who lived through those 6 days of hell thought once they arrive at the prison camp their...
The United States Army continues the transformation process to the Future Force. As the transition continues, the Army must balance the sustainment requirements of the soldiers in the field with the desire to reduce the logistics tail of the force...
Thesis Statement: The seventh Sergeant Major of the Army Glen E. Morrell served in position from 1983 to 1987 and his accomplishments continue to impact the Army today. SMA Morrell's focus throughout his 32 year career was on quality of life issue...
This monograph studies the law of occupation, historical case studies on occupation, and the current U.S. doctrine on occupation. An analysis formed from the current international law, Hague Convention Number IV Respecting the Laws and Customs of...
To better face the changing operational environment and achieve full spectrum dominance, the U.S. Army should dedicate a portion of the force to conduct stability operations. Active Army units, structured to conduct or support major combat...