This monograph examines how the task force commander and executive officer can enhance the training and professional development of the battalion coordinating staff. The National Training Center continues to report that task force staffs continue...
This paper examines battle command in relation to three dynamics: technology, leadership, and organization. A historical overview provides insight into the linkage between battle command and its dynamics. A brief case study on battle command by...
This monograph analyzes the military decision making process in terms of time management in order to determine if a timeline will expedite the process. The monograph begins by establishing the importance of time and time management in planning....
A veteran of multiple deployments to Afghanistan and Iraq with 3rd Battalion, 75th Ranger Regiment as both a company commander and as the battalion logistics officer (S4), Major Scott Green, in this interview, discusses each in depth, beginning...
I was amazed when I found out that the Battalion S4 NCOIC was a convicted felon. I was new to the reserve component and had the knowledge the reserve component did things different but having a convicted felon in the ranks was just ethically wrong....
"This 1960 SOP is published for the information and guidance of all personnel involved in operational and instructional duties in any capacity and prescribes policy in operational matters as stated in section XXVII, USAFAS Regulation 1-1, Policy...
U.S. Army Field Artillery School: Weapons Department
"This 1979 SOP is published as a guide for the preparation of that part of the battery SOP pertaining to supply. It purposely contains a great amount of detail. The unit using this sample as a guide may add to or delete any portion not required. ...
U.S. Army Field Artillery School: Weapons Department
"This 1975 SOP is published as a guide for the preparation of that part of a battalion SOP pertaining to maintenance, with emphasis on motor maintenance."
In this first of two interviews, Major Mark Huhtanen talks about serving as the logistics officer and assistant operations officer for 2nd Battalion, 1st Infantry in Mosul and Baghdad, Iraq, from August 2005 through November 2006 in support of...
In this November 2009 interview, MAJ Nathan Alvarez relates his challenges with handling the red tape in procuring new equipment for his organization. MAJ Alvarez describes his ongoing challenges in terrain management for his task force. MAJ...
All three of these FA commands-the corps artillery headquarters, the division artillery, and the FA brigade-play significant roles in the Air Land Battle. They exercise effective and responsive command and control. They ensure the rapid, lethal,...
A career conventional officer with extensive post-9/11 experience working with the special operations community, Major James Bogart served as the logistics officer (S4) for 3rd Battalion, 3rd Special Forces Group from July 2002 through July 2003,...
Tactical problems that confront commanders are filled with uncertainty and ambiguity. The complexities of the tactical environment combined with man's cognitive limitations can cause intendedly rational individuals to make decisions which are not...
In this second of two interviews, Major Shawn Kahler talks about serving as the logistics officer for 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery and commanding Forward Support Company, 1st Battalion, 41st Field Artillery on Forward Operating Base Remagen...
The Army Vision for the Objective Force calls for revolutionizing the way in which Army forces are supported. Streamlining procedures, improving efficiency, and reducing the support footprint have become top priorities for the Combat Service...
The S4 logistics officer with the 11th Air Defense Artillery Brigade, based at Fort Bliss, Texas, Major Ronnie Williamson deployed in support of Operation IRAQI FREEDOM in January 2003 and redeployed six months later. While in theater, his unit was...
From March through September 2003 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom, Major Christopher Brough served as the logistics officer (S4) for 2nd Battalion, 44th Air Defense Artillery, based eventually in Mosul, Iraq. In this interview, he discusses...
U.S. Army Artillery and Missle School Tactics/Combined Arms Department
"This 1964 SOP is published to provide students with information necessary for the solution of School problems. In addition, it may be used as a guide for any officer designated to write a unit SOP."