Just as war is not a new phenomenon, neither are the issues associated with the mental and emotional scars combat brings to those who fight a nation's wars. Historically, the United States has assumed a reactive vice proactive posture as it relates...
The civil-military structure in which our military and its civilian authorities currently operate has grown and matured since the formation of the Army in 1775. George Washington went to great lengths to establish civilian control of the military...
Several key experiences have had a significant impact on my growth as an NCO and leader. First, I served in two 0-3 positions where I lead cadets as a ROTC instructor and NCOs as a Special Forces Detachment Commander. Second, a deployment during...
Completion of the NCOER is an important task for every leader to accomplish. Many Soldiers believe the NCOER system is flawed and the report is inflated. Leaders are faced with an ethical dilemma where he or she must choose between their obligation...
Since the events of September 11th 2001, the United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has taken the lead in fighting the Global War on Terror. In spite of this new charter, however, USSOCOM continues to conduct operations with antiquated...
Recommendation Number 9 from the Base Closure and Realignment Commission (BRAC) report recommended, among other things, the consolidation of the U.S. Army’s Armor and Infantry Centers and Schools at Fort Benning, Georgia to create a Maneuver...
Thesis Statement: During the early phases of Operation Iraqi Freedom, civilians helped shape the battlefield and contribute to the success of the United States. This paper examines the changes the Department of Defense (DoD) leaders structured...
This paper examines the changes the Department of Defense (DOD) validation and dedication to enhance the quality of life for service members. Advertisements and elaborate presentations are wonderful; however, the inability of basic maintenance...
Thesis Statement: During the early phases of Operations Iraqi Freedom, civilians helped shape the battlefield and contribute to the success of the United States. From the earliest of times, civilians have always been present on the battlefield. In...
THESIS: Taking the time to study history during Army professional development courses such as the United States Army Sergeants Major Academy (USASMA) will help leaders during the decision making process by providing them with a knowledge of the...
This brief is a short history of the enlisted ranks and how they evolved into what we recognize today as our enlisted rank system. The History of the Enlisted Rank is truly a rich evolution of tradition and change. Its progression demonstrates that...
Haines Competition Finalist Papers, Class 55 Nonresident Sergeants Major Course U.S. Army Sergeants Major Academy, Ft. Bliss, Texas.
When GEN Ralph E. Haines established the Sergeants Major Academy in 1972 he intended it to be the capstone of the...
In November, 1950, the United States Army suffered one of its most devastating defeats ever, in the frozen mountains of North Korea at the hands of the Chinese People's Liberation Army. This defeat fundamentally changed the nature of the Korean...
Operations Desert Storm and Iraqi Freedom arguably demonstrated that the US Army dominates conventional conflict. This lethal capability of US forces was forged against a Cold War threat focusing on combined fires, swift military defeat of the...
Historians have largely agreed that Pemberton should shoulder the blame for the poor Confederate performance during the Vicksburg campaign. General consensus exists among American Civil War historians that Pemberton proved a confused, indecisive,...
Empowerment of the American Noncommissioned Officer The empowerment of the American noncommissioned officer can be attributed to several factors that have ensured this nations success during peacetime and combat operations. To understand this...
The recognition of the failure at the strategic and operational levels of war during the Global War on Terror, specifically in Iraq, has resulted in a quest for intellectual solutions to complex operational and strategic problems. To date this has...
Looks at the effects of supply on operations from a historical and contemporary perspective. Suggests that junior officers receive thorough training in the solution of logistical problems particular to their respective branches and that all...
This thesis uses case studies to explore lessons learned from historic military withdrawals. Case studies included the U.S. withdrawal from Vietnam, the Soviet withdrawal from Afghanistan, and the U.S. withdrawal from Somalia. Although literature...
Thesis: Two major military transformations occurred after World War I and the Cold War.
Major causes for transformation after World War I, during the period of 1918 – 1939, came about because of rapid increase in change of weaponry, personnel...