This thesis will examine how Churchill's experience in the Boer War affected his career and leadership style. Initial research revealed that Churchill planned to make some major life decisions in 1899 the year he participated in The Boer War. Fate...
The United States' current strategic environment is increasingly complex, with security, economic, and humanitarian interests around the world. Consequently, the United States' military may be called upon at any time to perform missions ranging...
Military historical case studies provide insight for military planners. Military planners cannot afford to ignore history when planning in today's complex environment. This thesis analyzes military doctrinal changes and adaptation during Britain's...
Impressed with the tactical lessons of the Boer War, the British Army reformed its doctrine and training from 1899 to 1914, deploying a combat ready force, the “Old Contemptibles” of the British Expeditionary Force (BEF) in 1914. Because of...
This monograph explores the origins of the principle of mass and its components: numerical strength, combat power and the decisive point. It concludes that the Napoleonic legacy of the principle of mass has not kept pace with modern battlefield...
This study contains an outline of the principal campaigns of the Boer War in South Africa, with brief comments, criticisms and conclusions of the conduct.
This monograph examines US Army doctrine concerning field fortifications in the rear area, and determines whether this doctrine is appropriate based upon the rear area requirements of the Army's keystone doctrinal manual, FM 100-5 Operations. The...
This study analyzes the actions of the Australian Light Horse in the Middle East campaign during WWI. It shows the basis for their approach-to war and how these techniques were successful by adapting to the circumstances of the situation. The...
This monograph describes the nature and dynamics of insurgency and counterinsurgency (COIN) operations citing David Galula’s theory. In his book, Counterinsurgency Warfare: Theory and Practice, Galula sets a clear mark for planning future COIN...
This study examines the effectiveness of the U.S. Army Lessons Learned Program in synthesizing battlefield observations into evolving future doctrine. The wartime learning of lessons constitutes more than a recognition of prevalent observations...
This study is an analysis of the events of the 1652-1899 and of the allied geographical, racial, and psychological factors, to determine the underlying and immediate causes of the war in South Africa between the British Empire and the Boer...
This study identifies a gap in current (1992) U.S. Army doctrine regarding compulsory population relocation as a counter-insurgency measure, and suggests a format for its consideration and inclusion in internal conflict. To determine the viability...
This paper is a brief of summary of the operations in the Boer War, a brief outline of the topography of the theater of operations and a review of the various marches in the war. A concise analysis of the marches raises the question whether the...
The last several years have brought stunning changes in the world's economic, political, and social fabric. The demise of the Warsaw Pact, reduced Soviet threat, and easing of Cold War tensions have changed the strategic environment. The post-Cold...
This monograph examines why Great Britain and her allies proved unable to subjugate German forces in East Africa during World War I despite their significant advantages in personnel and material. Great Britain proved unable to subjugate German...
This paper discusses the Boer defensive position at the Battle of Paardeberg. The activities of the Boer and British forces during February 1900 are explained. Topics include the terrain surrounding the battle site, concealment and cover,...
This study discusses the employment of artillery by both British and Boer forces during the Battle of Colenso. The study includes the types of weapons/ammunition used and the artillery locations, as well as the units and their positions during the...
The requirement for review of current division night attack doctrine is found in the apparent inconsistencies, ambiguities, and omissions of current doctrine. Present division night attack doctrine is alleged to fall short of a coherent, organized...
The Canadian Army currently espouses the ideas associated with Maneuver Warfare as doctrine. Unfortunately, the legacy of Canadian military in the twentieth century does not lend itself to the institutionalization of the mindset required to effect...