This study is a critical analysis of the operations of the 18th Infantry as a part of the 1st Division in the Meuse-Argonne offensive. The author states that the lesson to be learned is that advance of veteran infantry in the face of determined...
This document lists the field orders issued by the 1st Division from 1 October to 6 November, 1918. Field orders No. 47 from October 2, 1918, and No. 61 from November 5, 1918, were selected for comparison with the school doctrine. They are both...
This study discusses the recent development of tanks; their powers and limitations and plans for their tactical use in future combat. Since the World War, tanks have been developed that are highly mobile, capable of sustained cross-country work and...
This paper discusses the 23rd Infantry’s operations in the Meuse-Argonne offensive. The author gives the lessons learned for October and November. These include the importance of surprise (as evident by the enemy in seeing new troops...
This study discusses that due to the geographical, climate conditions and the absence of roads, the American wheeled vehicle is unsuited for general use in Central America for combat conditions for supply and evacuation purposes.
This document discusses the cavalry force, that it should be employed as an integral part of the cavalry division on such missions and in such manner that would increase the efficiency of a cavalry as part of the modern army. In other words, what...
This study discusses the importance morale in war, relation to leadership, and then whether or not the necessity for its inclusion in military training exists.
This study discusses the importance that Statesman and Soldier should mutually understand each other's functions and needs. It addresses the need for coordination of the work of the State, War and Navy Departments is just as necessary in peace as...
This paper is a translation of Nichiro-rikusen-shinshi, published by the Japanese Officers Association in 1925. The study contains strategic planning, initial concentration and deployment, and theater of operations of the Japanese armed forces.
This paper is a narrative of the operations of the 30th Infantry during the Champagne-Marne defensive, and the lessons to be learned from the operation. Military leadership and communication are highlighted. There is a map showing the German plan...
This study discusses the principles of war in connection with a detailed narrative of the events of the battle of Caporetto. Lessons for the defense and for attack are outlined.
The battle of Liaoyang can be divided into three phases which correspond closely to the defense and retirement from the three Russian positions. This study breaks down the three phases and describes them in detail. The author gives lessons learned,...
This study includes the defense of the 1st Siberian Army Corps against the Second Japanese Army was defeated because of poor intelligence, decisions, and misuse of force.
This study covers the difficulties to be encountered from the standpoint of military geography, by an armed force marching from Suez Canal through Palestine to Aleppo.