This study shows how the 1st Division, in order to employ the principle of surprise, observed the element of secrecy in moving into position for the attack of 1 October, then lost much of its value through a delay of 3 days. Topics discussed...
This study includes a discussion of the plans of operation for the allies with the evaluation that the plan was sound and in using forces and resources on an attack on all fronts.
This study discusses if the reserves of the 2nd Division were clearly designated, suitably located, and properly employed in accordance with a definite plan for their use, which would further the general tactical scheme of maneuver of the division.
This study details the marches by the French division with line of contact, engagement, and final decisive blow discussed. Includes a translation from "Une Brigade au feu (21-22 August, 1914)" by E.L.V. Cordonnier.
The study asks what the essential qualities or characteristics are which must be possessed by great commanders or leaders. The second question is in what respects did General Allenby give evidence of the possession of such qualities by his...
This study recounts the situation in Gallipoli and determines that underestimating the enemy, dividing the forces at the landing and the selection of Cape Helles were the mistakes that cost the operation.
This study presents a statement of the situation between the Aisne and Marne in early June, 1918, and the preparation of a plan for an allied offensive in July, 1918. The document contains one map of the Aisne-Marne offensive.
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 is based upon a study of anti-tank defense and tank development. Tanks in warfare were unknown until the later stages of World War One. Before that war ended the offensive use of various types of such weapons by the British, French and...
This paper illustrates how attack upon cities is certain to affect to a greater or less extent the morale of the population. An educated public would be least likely to become panic stricken and should be able to withstand, with some degree of...
The dependence of the air defense of cities upon the commercial telephone companies and the measures that should be taken in time of peace to provide for their prompt utilization in time of war.
This study presents topics which include the value of visual education, past and present use of motion pictures for instruction in the United States Army, recent developments of film and equipment and its effect on visual education, and...
This study questions the necessity of Attack Aviation as a distinct type of aviation; including the powers and limitations of the various types of planes in the United States Army Air Corps at the present time.
As aviation is a comparatively new and its use in war is largely theoretical. The actual operations of this arm in coast defense in war have been of a comparatively minor character, no large masses being used; therefore the only basis on which to...
This study covers the causes of the French defeat at Ochamps and Anloy. Includes a translation from lectures by Major Pugeus, Ecole Superiere de Guerre.
This study covers three subjects: a comparison of communication systems, the centralization of command by a grouping of armies and the attempted envelopment of the allied left. It also includes a brief of the translation of COL Mantey's...
This document details the terrain, army scheme of maneuver, description of the tanks used, tank tactics employed, preparations for the attack, the actual attack, and an analysis and criticism in the use of the tanks and the lessons to be learned...
The study focuses on the two years of the Mesopotamia campaign that showed the lack of foresight and proper planning, and over cautiousness of India, in the theatre to organize the lines of communication and base port. The immediate causes of the...