This study investigates material with the following considerations in mind. First: it must relate to the tactical operations of the World War. Second: material selected must in every case be concerned with operations in which the time element was...
This study describes the procurement of bombs by the Air Force, logistical principles involved in the supply of airplane bombs, the effect of airdrome locations on the supply and handling of airplane bombs, quantities of bombs required, and...
This study consists of comprehensive records of the 1st and 2nd Divisions of the American Expeditionary Forces, as well as letters received by officers who had combat experience in 1918. The paper discusses fragmentary orders in stabilized...
This study's purpose is to examine the origin of this form of combat aviation, trace its technical and doctrinal development to its present state, and determine, if possible, how it may best be used to further the success of a campaign in the...
This paper presents historical examples from the First World War, the Battle of Cannae, and the Battle of Chancellorsville regarding the use of maneuver in defense. Emphasis is placed on the commander and his role in maintaining maneuverability of...
This study deals with the use of shock action by forces composed of a combination of horse cavalry and mechanized cavalry, based on the premise that such action fills a need apparent in the tactical and strategical operations of modern warfare....
The following discussion represents the author’s personal opinion regarding the value of tanks as antitank weapons and the basic principles to be observed when so used. To date, no definite doctrine appears to hare been announced by various...