This paper discusses how each war of ancient and medieval times witnessed alterations in military formations, tactics and weapons. Radical change in weapons resulted in radical tactical changes, continually changing the organization of nations for...
As the world’s urban areas continue to increase in size the possibility of U. S. forces conducting military operations in urbanized terrain also increases. However, the weapon systems the U. S. procures and employs obtain maximum effectiveness in...
This monograph analyzes proposed M1A2 tank battalion organizational alternatives presently under consideration by the United States Army Training and Doctrine Command. The U.S. Army has undergone numerous armor reorganizations since the invention...
The purpose of this research is to determine what force is best suited for corps rear area security in a mid-intensity war in Europe. The three forces examined are the armored cavalry regiment; the corps reserve force and the military police...
This monograph examines the command and control structure available to coalition land commanders. The intent of the monograph is to identify essential considerations that should be met to choose a particular command structure. For example, why was...
Whether the current combat exclusion policy preventing women from serving in direct ground combat positions should remain in effect has been an issue for centuries. One only needs to understand the definition of direct combat to understand why. In...
This study investigates the possibility of reducing processing times between intelligence sensors and weapon systems in the heavy division. This study uses a comparative methodology. First, the U.S. sensor to weapon system process is described....
This thesis examines the question of the scarcity of petroleum-based fuels early in the Twenty-First Century and the DOD policy and programs to meet this shortage. Based on the fact that petroleum fuels as we know them will not be available early...
The peculiarities of northern offensive operations during the winter season are the subject of discussion of this thesis. The purpose of this paper is to provide the reader with an understanding of the dynamic effects of environmental factors of...
Today's battlefield, much expanded and highly lethal, requires better staffs at lower levels than ever before. The ability of battalion commanders and staffs to combine arms effectively in order to gain an edge over the enemy in future engagements...
What started in 1995 as a one year commitment of NATO troops to implement the Dayton peace accord in Bosnia and Herzegovina has developed into a still ongoing mission there since 1996, an additional mission in Kosovo since 1999 and several minor...
Field Marshal William 'Bill' Slim ended World War II in command of Fourteenth Army. His understanding of what motivated men in the most trying of times is well publicized. Indeed, he is most well-known for his thoughts on morale and leadership....
The purpose of this paper is to examine the operational impact of the INF treaty and what it means for the future of NATO. At this writing, there is considerable debate going on as to whether or not the US Congress should ratify the INF treaty. The...
This paper will highlight a few of the ethical experiences units encounter while deployed. There are many situations while deployed that require ethical decisions to be made. Many make these decisions without much thought, while others are faced...
MAJ Eric Melloh served as company commander for Alpha Company 1-30th and Headquarters and Headquarters Company (HHC) 1-30th Infantry in Arab Jabour, Iraq during 2007 and 2008 in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom (OIF). In this November 2010...
The Aisne-Marne Offensive: The CHATEAU Thierry salient or pocket, was formed as a result of the German attack on 37 May, 1918, between RHEIMS and SOISSONS, Before the formation of the pocket had been completed ways and means were being considered...
The following discussion represents the author’s personal opinion regarding the value of tanks as antitank weapons and the basic principles to be observed when so used. To date, no definite doctrine appears to hare been announced by various...
This paper makes a study, wherein are compared the relative advantages and disadvantages of systems whereby vacancies existing in a grade in the utility service are filled by the promotion in regular order, to the seniors of the next lower grade,...
The U.S. Air Force's poor air combat results in Vietnam prompted more realistic training programs to improve our fighter pilots' air combat effectiveness. The establishment of dissimilar air combat training conducted by a professional "aggressor"...