I will describe my observations of the physical profiling system and the ethical issues with this system used in the U.S. Army today. I will provide some background information on some of the critical components to include the purpose of the...
This document contains a G-2 special study of Iwo Jima. There is an index to standard map symbols, starboard center and profiles of beaches, a vertical photograph of the southern half of the island with beaches superimposed, situation maps, and...
Thesis Statement: The current Army Physical Fitness Program does not train, assess nor prepare Soldiers for today’s combat missions. Although it is commonly believed that noncommissioned officers from within a formation can conduct physical...
Individual readiness and deployability have always been important factors in determining unit and overall Army readiness. As the Army downsizes, and the Operational Tempo and Personnel Tempo remain high or increases, individual readiness and...
SURE 2.0 is a compiled, stand-alone dBase 4 version 2.0 system that allows planners to estimate detailed equipment-based consumption for supply classes III and V, and population-based consumption for classes I, II, IV, 6, and VIII, and water. It is...
The following pages are written with the idea of furnishing the members of the Army School of the Line and Staff College a guide in the solution of field problems in fortification. These problems are such that any line officer might be called upon...
Why do Soldiers with a physical profile receive less respect? Are these Soldiers less capable of performing their specific duties? Are these Soldiers less capable of leading other Soldiers?
The Army recognizes the fact that Soldiers get injuries...
Thesis statement: The current Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) demands a physically fit Soldier. Regardless of the safety measures in place, Soldiers will continue to suffer injuries on and off the battlefield. Currently the Army does not have a...
Field fortification instructions for every branch of the military. Has examples that occurred in the seven years' war between the Prussians, Austrians, and Russians. Translation of: Unter-richt für die officers die sich zu feld-ingenieurs bilden.
The attacks of 11 September 2001 taught the United States that weak states can pose as great a danger to our national interests as strong states. With this lesson still fresh in the minds of policy makers, and the mixed results of several...
Promotions to the rank of Sergeant Major and Command Sergeant Major have is competitive. Senior leaders should reflect the highest physical standards for their subordinates. Army leadership from the top down continues to stress taking care of...
"The purpose of this 1941 manual is to present in simplified form necessary information for instruction of all military personnel in elementary map and aerial photograph reading."
Throughout history, terrorist organizations have attacked nation-states using increasingly more sophisticated methods of destruction. The attacks on 11 September 2001, demonstrated a higher level of commitment by state and non-state actors to...
Profiles are a form of discrimination against leaders in the Army. In many cases Leaders with profiles face discrimination based on the unit and its leaders. Some Commanders will not allow a person to hold the position of Platoon Sergeant or...
When it comes to excelling as a Soldier, there is one key element in serving our country that cannot be overlooked or taken lightly. The key element is none other than that of leadership. When you are serving in the capacity as a leader, rest...
"This treatise is based on authentic information from the Western front in Europe, but the art and practice of Field Fortification today is like so many other things, in the melting pot, and men who study this work may find, upon their arrival in...
Major Michael Ripley served as the commander of Operational Detachment Bravo (ODB) 700, 7th Special Forces Group (Airborne) while deployed to Afghanistan in 2004. In this interview, he discusses at length the charter and organization of ODB 700,...
Now that the Department of Defense has permitted the use of social media for both private and official purposes, the question becomes, can the military, the Army in particular, obtain the benefits sought from social media use without seriously...