This study compares ammunition resupply doctrine for nondivisional units with the 75th FA Brigade experiences during Desert Storm. The intent is to analyze the reasons the 75th was nearly out of ammunition at the end of the war. A four step process...
They have taken their place in the photo gallery of images branded to memory. They
are the images of humiliation, abuse, torture, and of villages and homes where rape and murder occurred. These images are the atrocities and war crimes committed by...
The United States was at a crucial period in our countries history after the American Civil War ended. President Lincoln had the task of uniting the northern and southern states while the country faced economic and social challenges. He planned to...
This monograph discusses the linkage of military operations with defined regional strategy objectives designed to achieve conditions favorable to long-term U.S. interests. Most recent U.S. military endeavors may serve to show the existence of...
This paper’s objective is to determine if the use of weapons made from a nuclear source is necessary in the world as a defense mechanism. Within this paper we will identify countries that think it is important to maintain nuclear weapons and why...
Thesis: Unity in conflict and combined unity in political wills are some of the advantages to combined forces operations. Combined forces operation enables the combatant commander to fight in a conflict with many advantages. The advantages of...
The Aftermath of Desert Storm is continuing to be felt in the region. People still suffer in different ways from that war. The disadvantages of any war throughout history are very ugly and cruel; Desert Storm is no different. Desert Storm changed...
This monograph examines the key determinants necessary for the successful forced entry seizure of an airfield. The importance of contingency operations is paramount to the United States military as it transitions from "forward defense" to "CONUS...
This monograph analyses both the organization and the mission of AirLand Battle Future (ALBF) division-level reconnaissance forces. Specifically evaluated is the proposed ALBF division cavalry squadron and the attack/reconnaissance (aviation)...
Thesis: This Ethics thought paper will be a brief overview of the Ethical Dilemma in the grading system at USASMA. I personally feel that the grading system is not equally the same.
Introduction: Ethical Dilemmas are a continuing issue for all...
After years of fighting in Iraq and Afghanistan the government does not have a prominent plan in place for our nations wounded Soldiers. Despite the medical advances in America, the Army is still behind in funding to support our wounded warriors...
Soldiers are the Army's number one pacing item. Their medical care and treatment as well as that of their families are the responsibility of the Army and the Department of Defense. These entities were not prepared, initially, to handle that mission...
Conducting an effective counterinsurgency provides unique challenges to a democracy-based government primarily due to its requirement to maintain the support and resolve of its people. Since insurgencies are by nature long-term struggles, a...
Andrew Johnson, Vice President during Abraham Lincoln presidential term, acceded on the highest political position in the United States upon Lincoln death on April 15, 1865, immediately after the end of the Civil War. President Johnson had to...
“Climate is what you expect, but weather is what you get.” The scope of this paper will illustrate the complications of Arctic Warfare such as: Terrain, Potential Threats in Cold Weather Regions, The Conduct of Operations, and Experiences of...
Thesis Statement: The U.S. Military Forces are poorly trained and lack operational readiness (e.g. experience, training, funding, and equipment) to face an Arctic War. “Climate what’s expected, but weather what you get.” The scope of this...
Thesis: Arctic Warfare lessons learned showed failure of the US Army by identifying shortfalls in equipping, operating and surviving during combat operations in an arctic environment. Arctic Warfare lessons learned showed failure of the U.S. Army...
Burt, William; Barton, Tim; Kroll, Cory; Slagle, Thomas
Thesis Statement. Arctic warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures has evolved and improved the way military forces conduct winter military operations. Arctic warfare tactics, techniques, and procedures has evolved and improved the way military...
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...
Miranda, Billie; Latham, Robert W., Jr.; Cramer, Peter; Riley, Raymond; Canterbury, Robert
Every war brings unforeseen challenges to military organizations, mandating adaptation to current and emerging realities. Failure to transform appropriately results in defeat, whether immediately or during the next cycle of conflict. The current...