The execution of the Baghdad Security Plan in 2007 to 2008 marked a turning point in United States (U.S.) Army counterinsurgency (COIN) methodology. It highlighted decentralized execution utilizing the maneuver battalion as the prime unit of...
This monograph looks at the reasons to change the national military strategy to a win-hold-win strategy from the existing win-win Two-Major Regional Conflict (MRC) strategy, and then examines naval strategy and doctrine in the context of the...
Are Heavy Brigade Combat Teams (HBCTs) effective in counterinsurgency (COIN) operations with the capabilities to clear, hold, build, and sustain success? This research examined the modular HBCT's capabilities to execute the clear-hold-build COIN...
"This 1953 manual is written for the purpose of teaching you how to use the bayonet. It describes basic techniques, group assault tactics, and procedures for training. The techniques outlined in this manual will help you develop confidence in...
"This 1962 manual is a guide to assist commanders in training the personnel of a Sergeant missile battery into efficient, smooth working, disciplined teams that will operate effectively in combat."
This monograph seeks to determine whether the counterattack demands prioritization in the operational defense. It examines the operational defender's force allocation when he confronts a major enemy offensive thrust. The study includes a review of...
This paper covers some experiences serving as the First Sergeant for the Medical Hold Company. The opportunity to serve as a First Sergeant for the Medical Hold Company will probably remain as one of my challenging and most memorable times of my...
A tactical study of chapters I and III, by author, Major Petibon, translated from French with annotations by General Gamelin concerning the division in a withdrawal and the division in the attack in a combined offensive action.
The purpose of this manual is to present a description of the procedure for embarkation preparatory to an amphibious assault. This manual contains instruction in planning for and execution of the embarkation of troops and the loading of ships with...
The battle of the Ardennes was historic. The lessons of experience and accomplishments (as well as an opportunity for future forces to learn) are documented by the 84th Infantry Division- this is a preservation of that history. Sections detailing...
Movements relative to concentration for Operations Buffalo and Grasshopper will be effected in accordance with enclosed movement tables- contains outline plan for Operation Buffalo, artillery to support operations, anti-tank defense, field...
Concerned with the conduct of "clear and hold" operation sin counterinsurgency operations in the Republic of Vietnam. A clear and hold operation is a military operation conducted in direct support of province rehabilitation with the mission of...