The Maoist Revolutionary model provides a template of a successful revolution. Both the Taliban and the Chinese underwent similar circumstances. Both movements formed as a result of failed states seeking ways to restore unity and order within their...
The Campaigns conducted by the Spanish Army from 1909 to 1926 to pacify the Spanish Protectorate in Morocco are almost unknown in the US Army, and the scarce literature written or translated to English provides only a partial vision of them. The...
From its founding Canada has been an Arctic nation, and has both claimed sovereignty over much of the region and viewed itself as an Arctic power. Despite this, the twentieth century has witnessed minimal development and resource allocation to this...
The Global War on Terrorism (GWOT) has transformed the United States of America and the U.S. Army in ways that were never imagined. The Army is going through turbulent times that cause leaders and service member to err in judgment and perform...
This thesis seeks to illustrate both the benefits and limitations associated with using road building in COIN campaigns in South Asia, as well as highlight factors that should be considered from planning through long-term use. When employed in a...
In the last few years, as an institution, the US Army has suffered under the strain as its Soldiers experience multiple deployments in support of the Global War on Terrorism. The pressure to maintain unit readiness in order to meet operational...
The United States Army continues to execute counterinsurgency operations in support of the Global War on Terror in Afghanistan. However, inculcating a counterinsurgency ethos into the Army continues to be a challenge. The Army’s reward system,...
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) provide crucial intelligence collection, and lethal targeting capabilities for United States, and other armed forces around the world. In Iraq and Afghanistan, they continue to demonstrate their value to commanders...
In the past decade, China's urban population and economy have grown dramatically. China realizes it must maintain steady and secure access to natural resources in order to placate its populace and maintain economic growth. This monograph examines...
The United States Army Chaplain’s Corps is an essential element to any formation. As Don’t Ask, Don’t Tell disappears from the government law books, it was my impression that the Chaplain Corps would be one of the hardest hit areas in terms...
Americans readily identify Muslim extremism as a viable threat to America. However, they ignore or remain unaware of Christian extremism in the same context, despite the similarities in ideology that advocate violence against Americans. For...
A leader’s transition from the tactical to operational level of command has challenged military commanders throughout history. Some leaders are very successful at making the transition, while others encounter difficulty. Understanding the...
Since its inception the United States Army has experienced a plethora of ethical issues during the different periods of combat operations in which it has been engaged. With the beginning of the Global War on Terrorism in September 2001, and a...
Honoring men about to leave for camps. African American women open a club to care for their men in the service. New Jersey, ca 1918. Mayors office, Newark, NJ.
Since the end of the Cold War there has been an increased willingness for countries to engage in coalition operations for peacekeeping, peace enforcement and resolving regional conflict. Coalition operations have increasingly become the primary...
Six shot, double action revolver with 5 1/2" round barrel. Fluted cylinder is 1 17/32" long. Steel blade front sight. Rear sight in frame. Walnut grips. Side swing revolver used rimless automatic pistol ammunition, fitting three cartridges to a...
.44 caliber, 8" barrel rifled revolver with eight grooves, 1 13/16" cylinder with rectangular cylinder stops and hammer rest safety pins. White brass front sight is set into barrel. A V-notch rear sight is cut into hammer lip. Oval bronze trigger...
At the dawn of the 21st Century, the Air Force adapted too many of the challenges presented by nearly a decade of sustained combat operations. Notable among these adaptations are the doctrinal and real-world changes with regard to senior command...
This study examines issues facing the U.S. military command and control structure in the Arctic. Specifically, given recent climate changes, the resulting potential threats, and the missions set forth by the commander in chief, what is the most...