This thesis addresses the primary research question: Are the Balkans becoming a European sanctuary for radical Islamists. Research is focused on what are the factors that contribute in creation of favorable condition for radical Islamists in the...
This monograph discusses the question of whether or not the USAF should consider using heavy bombers in the Close Air Support (CAS) mission. To answer this question, the monograph develops a bomber CAS concept of operations. The validity of this...
While technologically the Army's air defense community is making great strides in keeping pace with a perceived revolution in military affairs (RMA), doctrinally it is still adhering to its WWII requirement of positive visual identification of...
This monograph studies the use of aircraft in insurgency. It compares airpower and insurgency theories, looks at the historical use of aircraft in insurgency, and considers four recent examples of insurgents or separatists attempting to apply...
Throughout the history of warfare, there have been periods when technological developments have dramatically; albeit temporarily, affected the balance between firepower and maneuver on the tactical battlefield. Recent advances in information age...
The US Cavalry existed in various forms from 1775 to 1942. For all practical purposes this service ended during World War II when General Jonathan Wainwright surrendered his saber to the commander of Japanese forces at Corregidor. This sword was...
The events of September 11 , 2001 will always remain vivid in the minds of many Americans. The events of this day changed the lives of many Americans. This event also changed my life and Soldiers in the US Army. Deployments have been an ongoing...
The Army tells us that ethics are an integral part of our values system. Leaders need to set the example by living our professional lives in an ethical manner. Many ethical dilemmas face our Soldiers today. None is more prevalent than the...
It is important for military professionals to take time out of the busy schedules to study military history? If so, why/ If not, why not? In your analysis, be sure to provide at least three examples from issues discussed in H100 that support your...
Thesis Statement: Even though we are fighting a different type of battle and enemy, learning and understanding military history is relevant to today’s military professionals. Abstract:
Learning and understanding our Armies military history is...
Noncommissioned officers receive greater recognition and respect today than ever before in the history of the United States Army. The advancement of the NCO has been a long and difficult road, with many factors lending to the success and increased...
Koerwitz, Bruce A.
Chapman, Melvin E.
Maude, Thomas C.
Powell, Jr., Russell E.
Thesis Statement: The massive losses sustained by Santa Anna's Army at the Battle of the Alamo, and not the fighting spirit of the Texans, cost Santa Anna the loss of Texas.
Discussion: Santa Anna moved his army at an amazing pace from Mexico to...
The art of war has changed a lot from improving on past successes and failures, resulting in conflict-derived doctrine which future users can rely on to excel effectively. The United States Army must learn from past battles, conflicts,...
At the beginning of Desert Shield, the active Army alone had over 1 million men and women in uniform. After the completion of Major Combat Operations, President George Bush Sr. started making the move to downsize the military. He felt that fat...
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...
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...