Discusses the Japanese plans to cross the Yalu River and defeat the Russians. The application by the Japanese of the tactical principles involved in a forced river crossing.
How the allied cavalry by its bold and aggressive action was able to place itself squarely across the line of retreat of the XI German Army and thus contribute so materially to the success of Franchet D'Esperey.
In this study, particular attention is paid to the causes underlying the differences in the defense of the two regiments, 30th and 38th Infantry, comprising the 6th Brigade or the Third Division.
Study of the organization of the Army of the Potomac and of the Peninsula campaign with emphasis covering McClellan's reliance on his secret service for military information.
Tactical uses of smoke, its value and limitations; when put down by artillery, by infantry mortar or trench mortar, by aircraft (bombs or smoke curtain), by tanks, and by smoke candles.
The paper asks the question, were the Russian rear guard dispositions and actions proper for the situation at the Battle of the Yalu? The study details events occurring in the Yalu River battle during the Russo-Japanese War.
The paper discusses the leadership characteristics of Lord Kitchener. Also described are the events leading up to the battle, planning, orders given, the attack on the Boers, and issues of military readiness.
The paper reveals the composition, strength, and disposition of the Russian group of Colonel Gromov’s, Major General Inouye’s 12th Japanese Division, the relative strength of the opposing forces, and the events of May 1st, 1904 and how they...
The purpose of this paper is to point a way to permit all officers to complete a military education to include the Command and Staff School first year course by the age of 33 and the War College course for selected students by the age of 38.
The purpose of this paper is to show that our army school system is the chief factor in the technical education of the regular officer, and to point out what the writer believes to be two major weaknesses, and to outline the action recommended.
The purpose of this study is to consider developments of our present scientific and mechanical age, its influence upon strategical and administrative organizations and the resulting influences upon the attack and defense of a river line.
The study asks whether or not General Zasulich chose the best time to break off the fight in the Battle of the Yalu and retreat on Feng-huang-chen. The paper reveals when he gave his orders and instructions, describes the retreat, the locations of...
The study asks why the British, at the beginning of the Boer War, allowed themselves to be invested in Ladysmith, and what were the principle mistakes made on both sides. The paper discusses General White’s early actions during the war and the...
The study covers the landing of Japanese troops at Chemulpo, the occupation of Seoul, the advance from Seoul to Pingyang, the landing of the First Army at Chinampo, and the concentration of the Japanese First Army between Pingyang and Anju...
The study discusses the British cavalry under General French in the relief of Kimberly. Subjects examined include the terrain where the operations were carried out, and the troops (composition of the cavalry division), as well as their locations.
The study questions what the Japanese plans were for the operations and concentration of its army and navy at the beginning of the Russo-Japanese War. The paper discusses the use and importance of ports and the railways, securing communications,...
The study questions what the Russian plans were for the concentration and operations of the Army and Navy at the beginning of the Russo-Japanese War. The paper discusses planning points by the Russian General staff, the lines of action the Russians...