Our Battalion was deployed to Operation Enduring Freedom in January 2007. Our Battalion occupied a remote Fire Base in south eastern Afghanistan. The battalion had one Physician’s Assistant Medical Officer and about 14 Soldiers assigned to the...
This monograph explores the question of whether there is a trend toward global perception of the United States as a rogue state. Research revealed a rogue state is one that is isolated, dedicated to the rule of force, oppresses its people,...
During World War II and the Vietnam War, the primary focus of effort for air power was on the destruction of enemy factories producing military goods and the transportation networks that brought these goods and personnel to the battlefield. In the...
The events of 11 September 2001 brought the threat of terrorism into American public focus and gave politicians political capital to pursue terrorism with all elements of national power. Since then the United States has fought an unconventional war...
This work proposes a novel approach to military transformation, 'Adaptive Transformation,' that accounts for an inescapable reality in the current and future operational environment: uncertainty. Military planners and decision makers have to face...
The explanation to the phenomenon of how a military unit, which seemingly on the verge of annihilation, still manages to survive and fight effectively, lies in the understanding that a military organization is a living system. Recognizing the...
Contains reprints of secret files on various German propaganda matters, from the years 1939-1941. Note that up to page 115 of document is duplicated from document 1A of same title. Pages 116-229 are unique.
Abstract: Public opinion of the United States has seen a tumultuous change in the past five years. The sequential decline began after the United States became involved in Afghanistan and Iraq. At this point in time the world disregards the...
In the movie Saving Private Ryan, CPT Miller (Tom Hanks) and his small unit are moving through France during World War 2 in search of a young Soldier (Private Ryan) whose 3 brothers had all been killed in action in the previous weeks. As they move...
While the Persian Gulf War confirmed the political and strategic utility of using ballistic missiles as a terror weapon, the effect of ballistic missiles on tactical operations has received much less attention. Despite growing evidence of...
This monograph will argue that understanding and addressing the nature of the threat's identity is paramount to the United States' ability to win the GWOT. In an attempt to remain ahead of its enemies in the prosecution of the GWOT, the United...
Waiting for Godot in Iraq. F.J. Bing West; As the war in Iraq enters a period of uncertainty, a highly regarded former Assistant Secretary of Defense addresses the four biggest challenges facing our military effort.
Transformation Insights for a power-projection army. Brigadier General Huba Wass de Czege, US Army, Retired, and Lieutenant Colonel Antulio J. Echevarria II, US Army Closing with the enemy: the core competency of an army....
The Noncommissioned Officer Evaluation Report is quickly becoming a document that provides a false impression of the rated NCO. Supervisors are failing to set the example in terms of coaching, teaching, training and mentoring of their subordinates....
Religious practices in the Army are creating an ethical dilemma for our Soldiers. Both the Oath of Enlistment and the practices of senior officials demonstrate an inability to separate church and state. Therefore, the U.S. Army should discontinue...
The Army unofficially sanctions a type of behavior that creates a culture of disrespect and apathy toward differing units - misguided unit pride. Its internal influence is so persuasive, if left un-checked, it will ultimately weaken future Army...
Throughout my entire military career, I have heard the saying “what happens in the field stays in the field”, a saying that is direct contradiction with our Army Values. Many variations of this saying exist, “what happens TDY stays TDY”, or...
As a nation actively involved in the Global War on Terrorism, Cultural Awareness is a delicate subject that can and will change world and popular opinion of the United States of America and the Armed Forces. Past failures to understand different...
All five services need to study to become effective leaders and prepare better for combat by understanding the basic principles in combat. To be a well rounded leader you must have a plush tool box of experience to choose from when dealing with...