This monograph investigates the consistent presence of change as a decisive factor in the history of warfare. It asserts that the phenomenon of change, in and of itself, can be an important contributor to battlefield success. Change can be realized...
This study investigates the causes of combat stress in the artillery firing battery supporting high-intensity conflict in the European theater and identifies four primary causes of stress with special uniqueness or application to artillerymen. The...
Soldiers returning from service in the Global War on Terror may experience a high incidence of varying degrees of Post-traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). As such, the military leadership and society in general must, therefore, develop an in-depth...
Provides an introduction to commissioned officer life including information on appointments to the Army of graduates of the United States Military Academy, the promotion of enlisted men, appointments from civil life, appointments to the Porto Rico...
This document describes a lecture delivered at the Command and General Staff School on Fort Leavenworth, Kansas in October 1942. It is a 'psychological study' and evaluation into the Japanese warrior: "This is our enemy. It will be wise for us to...
Doctrine Center of Gravity Analysis. Colonel Dale C. Eikmeier, U.S. Army; Why are centers of gravity so difficult to identify or define? The Armed Forces have suffered from years of conflicting definitions. Not until 1997 did the services agree...
Williams, George W.; Hutchins, Charles W.; Sanders, Donald A.; Ormond, Robert J.; Rhoads, Edwin M.; Danforth, Robert D.; Carey, Robert E.; Golston, Laurence L.
Following a penetration, an armored division with infantry divisions following can create such confusion and disorganization in the enemy's rear areas that what would otherwise be a costly and lengthy campaign can be less costly in casualties and...
Through the process of critical review, the purpose of this monograph is to analyze the history of physical readiness training and assessment in the United States Army. Although the evolution of Army physical readiness training (PRT) doctrine...
This study is about soldiers of the United States Army. Their dedication and selfless service not only puts them at physical risk but challenges their morality. Their willingness to participate and eagerness to learn gave energy to the class and...
This book attempts to explain clearly "The reason of discipline," so that every soldier may at once see the necessity of enforcing and upholding its regulations.
This book provides information relative to firearms most frequently sought by sportsmen. It includes a short history of guns, ammunition, gun-making, proofing, testing, calibrating, shooting techniques, riles, and rifle characteristics.
This text contains the author's views and philosophical discussions of war. Included is the origins of war, science and art of war, ethics, the future of warfare, interior defense, strategy, and reformation of war.