United States. Army. Engineer Center and Fort Leonard Wood.
The Guidon came into being as a weekly publication in 1966 under the title Fort Leonard Wood Guidon. Between 1966 and 1987 the title was simplified to Guidon before becoming Essayons in 1988. The name reverted back to Guidon in 1999. It has been...
United States. Army. Engineer Center and Fort Leonard Wood.
The Guidon came into being as a weekly publication in 1966 under the title Fort Leonard Wood Guidon. Between 1966 and 1987 the title was simplified to Guidon before becoming Essayons in 1988. The name reverted back to Guidon in 1999. It has been...
Detailed recounting of civil war military operations involving New Jersey military units. Organized and written as unit histories, affording a chapter to each brigade, regiment, and artillery battery. Also includes chapters covering the general...
This monograph investigates the Mexican War for evidence of modern operational art and answers the question: Does the Mexican War of 1846-1848 hold a unique place in the evolution of modern operational art and, if so, where? The Mexican War...
Given the importance of security force assistance in an era of persistent conflict and the need for counterinsurgency operations, what makes indigenous police forces effective in counterinsurgency? This monograph proposes that, if the Army faces an...
Contains photographs and explanations of the development and capabilities of various models of Caterpillar gun mount. The Mark I "Caterpillar" Gun Mount was constructed during the war by the U. S. Ordnance Department under the direction of Mr....
This paper examines the possibility of essential differences between reconnaissance and counter-reconnaissance and, addresses the need for "economy of force".
The Institute of Combined Arms and Support (ICAS), within the U.S. Army Combat Developments Command (USACDC), is responsible for developing the combat doctrine for forces that employ combined arms. In discharging its combat development...
This thesis examines the Battle of Hampton Roads, 8 and 9 March 1862, the first battle of ironclads, to determine if it was a Revolution in Military Affairs. This study is an analysis of naval developments prior to March 1862, the battle, and the...
The debate over the service of black Americans in the U.S. Army centered around three questions: Could they serve? Would they be allowed to serve? And, if allowed, in what capacity would they serve? This is similar to modern debates about the...
Committee 15, Officers Advanced Course, The Armored School, 1948-1949; Cantey, J.; Sykes, J. R.; Peyton, J. L.; Edmondson, C. C.; Noel, J. C.; Drews, R. E.; Crouch, H. J.; Stockton, J. B.
This is a story of the 10th Armored Division and what the division did in the Saar-Moselle Triangle during November and December of 1944, and again in February 1945. This document considers the actions of the division from about the 8th of...
The summary stated in the Task Organization section: "This force will capture, occupy and defend IWO JIMA, develop air bases on that island, reduce Japanese naval and air strength and production facilities in the Japanese homeland, and protect air...
These points of support contain all the material necessary for building or equipping ships;they furnish all the men and supplies required by the navy;and must offer for a beaten fleet, or one which at the outbreak of war has not yet completed it...
Buffalo Soldiers fought in the Indian Wars of the American West, Spanish American War of 1898, WWI and WWII. William H. Lecke best described the Buffalo soldiers when he said: Duty with the Negro Airmen became one of the most arduous experiences of...
The NCO Corps has made significant contributions to our Army over the years. Researching our past accomplishments and the significant impacts we have made on our Army is something we need to study and pass on to our subordinates. We learn from our...
During the U.S. Civil War, over 180,000 black men enlisted in the Union forces, some 30,000 serving in the Navy, while another 150,000 served as workers on labor, engineering, hospital and other military support projects. In July 1865, more than...
This essay will show that it is important for military professionals to take time out of their
busy schedules to study military history. Details of historic battles can provide useful insight
into modern day conflicts. Much information can be...