This research presents an analysis of U.S. laws surrounding terrorism to assess the effect they have on military operations in asymmetric conflicts. Modern conflicts utilize unconventional approaches, such as co-opting or informing, as decisive...
The U.S. Army is smaller today than at any time since before World War Two. With the dissolution of the Soviet Union, the Army is reducing significantly not only its size but also its forward presence, preferring instead to rely more on power...
This monograph addresses the fact that most writing on strategy is descriptive rather than explanatory. Describing strategy in terms of categories such as "grand strategy," or "theater strategy," or by various analogies, does not illuminate what...
This pamphlet deals with the tactical functions of field artillery commanders, the tactical disposition and maneuver of field artillery units, and the tactical application of field artillery fire. The principles of employment of artillery in the...
1889 volume. Pt. 1. Explosives, metallurgy and projectiles.--Pt. 2. Cannon, carriages, small arms, ammunition and accuracy.--[Pt. 3] Atlas with 39 plates.
1889 volume. Pt. 1. Explosives, metallurgy and projectiles.--Pt. 2. Cannon, carriages, small arms, ammunition and accuracy.--[Pt. 3] Atlas with 39 plates.
The U.S. Army is in the midst of a revolution in military affairs (RMA). Significant advancements in informational technologies and precision weapons are providing unprecedented potential for future warfare. These changes challenge traditional...
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...
"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...
Promotion to SGM was centralized January 1969, MSG March 1969 and SFC June 1970. Before being centralized, Soldiers were promoted according to position vacancies, deleted requisitions and quotas. Under this system a Soldier would be ineligible for...
This monograph studies the meaning behind the infamous Clausewitzian concept of the trinity. He uses this concept to describe the essence of warfare in book one of his treatise “On War”. This concept permeates his discussion of warfare...
The art and science of military intelligence analysis has been scrutinized for its accuracy and value since the beginning of warfare. With every advance in technology and information processing, the delta between the trained cognitive capabilities...
The Military Decision Making Process (MDMP) is the U.S. Army’s single analytical process used to assist the commander and staff in developing estimates and plans for military problem solving. A growing body of research and published works within...
One week after the armed forces of the United States and Great Britain hit 85 percent of their targets during the four days of Operation Desert Fox in December 1998, Iraq again challenged the United States by firing surface to air missiles at...
Throughout the history of warfare, there have been periods when technological developments have dramatically affected the balance between firepower and maneuver on the battlefield. When the new technology enhanced the effectiveness of firepower,...
Chapters regarding first aid in injury and illness include the following topics: skin; fat; bones; joints; muscles; brain and nerves; blood and circulation; larynx and lungs; stomach and bowels; excretory apparatus; senses; germs (action and...