The author of this paper inquires whether Hamilton’s planning was satisfactory under the conditions imposed and the situation as it was presented to him. Included in the document are two maps which show the Gallipoli campaign plan of landing on...
This paper details the Turkish 9th Division and their responsibility for the defense of the southern portion of the Gallipoli Peninsula. Subjects include the five lines of defense, the two defensive zones (northern and southern), the beaches and...
The author describes the importance of effective coordination and plans, that the system of defense was too rigid, and that there were errors by both the regimental and division commanders. Two maps show the Marne area and the sector occupied by...
This study analyzes the scheme of maneuver of the Australian Corps at Amiens in August 1918. From this operation, it is seen that, it is possible to secure strategically and tactical surprise by careful preparations and plans and by the careful and...
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...
The study presented issues (in the form of questions) by the assigned subject may be summarized as follows: (a) what were methods of supply and transportation in the American First Army at the beginning of the MEUSE-ARGONNE operations? (b) Which of...
This document is a study of the military operations of the 26th Infantry. The paper is broken down into a record of daily accounts of the attack. There is one map covering the operations of the 26th Infantry during the period 17-23 July, 1918.
The purpose of this research is to present the influence of military geography incident to operations involving the movement of a corps from the coast of South China into Manchukuo under the assumption that opposition to Japanese control has...
This paper discusses the reconnaissance activities of a cavalry division, characteristics and limitations of reconnaissance agencies, and mission and coordination.
This study consists of comprehensive records of the 1st and 2nd Divisions of the American Expeditionary Forces, as well as letters received by officers who had combat experience in 1918. The paper discusses fragmentary orders in stabilized...
This study deals with the use of shock action by forces composed of a combination of horse cavalry and mechanized cavalry, based on the premise that such action fills a need apparent in the tactical and strategical operations of modern warfare....
This thesis looks specifically at the duties of a Corps Area Air Officer. The duties are defined, as well as information given regarding implied tasks, specific duties including the office routine, preparation of air corps annexes to mobilization...
This study is about the French Army in World War I. It discusses the war of movement (operations to the 14th of November 1914), and the Battle of the Frontiers (French official history). Topics include the period of concentration and covering...
This study presents the use of air transport, military and commercial, for the transportation of ground troops. This study does not include transport by lighter-than-aircraft due to limited amount of material available on the subject. It does not...
This study discusses the organization of the army and how it should allow for maximum mobility of its forces, that the presence of vehicles may require artificial pathways for transport of units and supplies. The influence in deciding where a...
This thesis investigates ways to contend with Carl von Clausewitz's center of gravity concept. It describes the concept's importance and the alarming degree of confusion regarding its application. The thesis describes the use of knowledge...
This thesis examines the position the B-52 has filled in support of U.S. national security objectives and deterrence. This thesis recommends that the B-52G augment the bomber fleet until the B-2 and new precision-guided munitions become available...
This study investigates the challenges of planning stability operations following major combat operations. Post-conflict stability operations are difficult to plan and execute if military commanders and campaign planners do not take a comprehensive...
Unity of effort is an essential concept in emergency management to provide a rapid and coordinated response. The command relationships between active and National Guard forces conducting operations in domestic disaster response become an issue when...