United States. Army. Engineer Center and Fort Leonard Wood.
The Essayons, originally published as the Fort Leonard Wood Guidon in 1966 then as the Guidon from 1966 to 1987. Became Essayons in 1988 and remained that way until 1999 when it reverted back to Guidon. It has been and continues to be a record of...
This monograph discusses whether U. S. Army operational commanders are still susceptible to surprise. The principle of surprise remains an important consideration for campaign planners. Operations Just Cause and Desert Storm relied heavily on...
Since India began developing its nuclear program it has continually encountered issues with the United States and other nuclearized countries over whether India should be able to establish a nuclear program, and subsequently a nuclear weapons...
Using the scientific method, this monograph combines the concepts of surprise and information superiority to create a hypothesis that explains the principle of war. The hypothesis rests on the belief that omniscience, a state of perfect...
As a force projection power, it is critical for the United States to retain the capability to introduce rapidly, credible and sustainable forces into theaters around the world. Maritime pre-positioned forces (MPF) are a key component supporting...
The topic of civil-military relations during the Mexican War resurfaces as an interesting historical study in the aftermath of President Obama's recent decision to relieve General McChrystal of command in Afghanistan. This review of U.S....
As warfare continues to become more complex due to the advent and proliferation of new technology, blending of ethnic and cultural groups, population growth and urbanization, and tendency towards asymmetric warfare, commanders will have more...
First of all, leaders are responsible for establishing the ethical climate in the unit. During the administering of the APFT, graders of the APFT routinely violate the Army Values, thus creating ethical problems. The seven Army Values the United...
The following pages are written with the idea of furnishing the members of the Army School of the Line and Staff College a guide in the solution of field problems in fortification. These problems are such that any line officer might be called upon...
Battalion command is one of the most challenging, rewarding, and professionally satisfying opportunities that you are ever likely to experience. this contains suggestions that should assist you as you assume command. they are not ail-inclusive, nor...
The idea that Noncommissioned Officers lack the authority to enforce discipline is a myth that is unfortunately spreading throughout the ranks. The NCO is ultimately responsible for enforcing discipline, standards and making moral and ethical...
Governing the United States Army and its procedures are ethics. Ethical values are the principles of human moral conduct, which establishes what is to be the good or the right thing to do. In today's Army, we face both professional and ethical...
This paper covers ethics, values, and military leadership as it applies to the Noncommissioned Officer. The definition of ethical behavior and the core values of an individual and organizations play a role in decision making. This paper gives...
Ethics in Retention is such a broad area that I decided to refer to two keys areas. My focus will be in the area of physical and moral qualifications and how the Non-commissioned Officer (NCO) plays a key role in maintaining the integrity of the...
Values are the foundation of our organization, and leaders should follow them and make them more than just words in some Army Field Manual (FM). Values should not be compromised because of fear or career progression. The great institution the Army...
I believe there are many leaders and Soldiers, officers and enlisted, that compromise their character by failing to live by the Army values. One area this is clearly demonstrated in concerns the Army Physical Fitness Test (APFT). We all are aware...
It is paramount that leaders take action on ethical issues when they first notice them, as they will grow like a cancer if they are not resolved. Leaders must take an active role to get rid of this problem in the military. Leaders who are not...
United States. Army. Engineer Center and Fort Leonard Wood.
The Guidon came into being as a weekly publication in 1966 under the title Fort Leonard Wood Guidon. Between 1966 and 1987 the title was simplified to Guidon before becoming Essayons in 1988. The name reverted back to Guidon in 1999. It has been...
United States. Army. Engineer Center and Fort Leonard Wood.
The Guidon came into being as a weekly publication in 1966 under the title Fort Leonard Wood Guidon. Between 1966 and 1987 the title was simplified to Guidon before becoming Essayons in 1988. The name reverted back to Guidon in 1999. It has been...