This monograph discusses command and control arrangements far U.S. divisions deployed to AFCENT after the initial rapid reinforcement, the so-called "ten in ten" requirement. Specifically, the paper addresses the type of headquarters needed and...
The purpose of this monograph is to examine the characteristics of Force XXI operations and the capabilities of Light Infantry Divisions. The question to be answered is: Can the Light Infantry Division conduct offensive operations to the tempo...
The purpose of this paper is to develop an understanding of the concept for employment of our light infantry forces. Since 1979 there have been numerous articles and studies written on this subject. There is little agreement, however, as the how...
To encourage further research in the history of World War I and to fill a gap in the Army's historical documentation of that conflict, the Center of Military History has created a World War I series of publications consisting of new monographs and...
Discusses the German High Command, the basic structure of the German Army, its organizations and commanders, miscellaneous units, indexes of senior officers and semi-military organizations.
Kahn, E. J. (Ely Jacques), 1916-, McLemore, Henry.
No soldier's patch is worn with greater pride than that displayed on the shoulder of a man who has belonged to a combat division. In World War II, as in every past war, the major share of our fighting has been done by our ground troops,...
Blau, George E.; Office of the Chief of Military History
The purpose of this study is to describe German planning and operations in the first part of the campaign against Russia. The narrative starts with Hitler's initial plans for an invasion of Russia and ends at the time of Germany's maximum...
This monograph is a campaign study in the practice of operational art, as viewed through the prism of military theory. The following aspects of military theory are among those considered: center of gravity, decisive and objective points, deception,...
When the United States declared war on Kaiser Wilhelm's government on April 6, 1917, the U.S. Army underwent a profound growth and transformation to conduct combat operations against the German Imperial Army. Since the U.S. Army grew from 125,000...
Third edition of this document. Gives additional information not included in version dated February 1944. Discusses the types of unit and unit histories. Contains tables of known units, a roster of senior officers, a glossary of German...
The purpose of this text is to furnish intelligence officers with a detailed picture of the basic composition and disposition of the Italian Army. The first part, comprising sections I to IV, is for general orientation on the structure of the Army...
This monograph discusses the planning and execution of the 1944 Ardennes campaign, analyzes the reasons for Allied success and German failure, and based on that analysis examines the validity of certain theoretical concepts relating to the practice...
This monograph discusses the Army's decision to round-out light infantry divisions with reserve component personnel. The unique "spectrum of conflict" requirements upon which the light infantry division force design and operational concept were...
Because the protection cell is such a recent creation and is still being developed in many corps and divisions, there is little literature regarding the operational effects of these operational planning units. The resultant lack of understanding of...
Continuation from III part, contains a narrative of events displaying the facts, seriousness of difficulties encountered, decisions made, results of such and management of the campaign and its effect on the war. Translation by O.S. Rolfe.
Since the end of the Cold War and it 's associated deterrent strategy, the United States 19 global responsibilities have not only increased the U.S. Army 's tempo in stability and support operations but has also increasingly challenged longstanding...
The sixteen division force decision is analyzed primarily from the military perspective of its originator, General Abrams. However, the perspectives of the Congress, of the Secretary of Defense and the Secretary of the Army, and of the Army staff...
Continuation from I part, contains a narrative of events displaying the facts, seriousness of difficulties encountered, decisions made, results of such and management of the campaign and its effect on the war. Translation by Aage Woldike.