Did the German G.H.Q. make the proper use of the means at their disposal to ascertain the location and disposition of the British Expeditionary Force previous to the initial contact with it on the battlefield!
This paper is a study of German defensive planning and organization of the ground. The nature of the terrain is described as an important part of the planning to consider when organizing a defensive position. There is also a sketch of the...
This paper discusses the Japanese forces and their conduct at the Battle of Liaoyang. The battle is described in a breakdown of days, which groups occupied various locations throughout the battle, and the author states the paper covers all forces.
This paper is a critical analysis that questions whether or not the French General staff in 1914 was surprised by the strength of the German forces initially employed on the western front, the employment of German reserve units for immediate...
This paper discusses the operations of the Russo-Japanese War. Topics include the theater of operations, location and strength of opposing forces at the outbreak of the war, movements and dispositions of opposing forces prior to the Battle of the...
This paper discusses the powers and limitations of motor and animal drawn transport in supporting the infantry at the front line with respect to roads, maintenance, and possible employment. Included is a report of motorization tests of 34th...
This study is a detailing of specific German defensive coastal sites, determining that it was overprotected and had expended too much money and resources for the area.
This study is an in-depth analysis of the Aisne offensive detailing the importance of the American involvement and the major factors enabling tactical and strategical surprise.
This study compares principles and doctrine of the US and Britain's antiaircraft defense including the author's opinion and experience in service with the British Antiaircraft School.
This study discusses the principles of mechanized forces and the organization and development of them in all three nations. Future use and future conceptions of mechanization is included.
What was the supply and transport status of the main British Force in Mesopotamia during the operations to relieve Kut, and during the preparation for and the advance in 1916-1917.
This paper discusses the policy of operations of aviation incident to the extensive use of darkness to cover ground movements of troops, equipment, and supplies; the probable trends in development of aerial materiel, tactics, and organization to...
This study contains a narration of the operation at Montdidier and discusses the topics of surprise, tactics, liaison, and armament. Based on a digest of "Montdidier" by Colonel A. Grasset.
This study contains a narrative of operations by the Russian Armies, and is based on the book "La batalla de Galizia" by General Golovine of the Imperial Russian Army. Conclusions about the outcome are included.
This study concentrates on the infantry tactical operations of the German Army opposed to the 1st Infantry Division, as depicted in war diaries, combat reports, messages, and other records kept on the battlefield.
This study examines the effect commercial aviation can have on mobilization, organization, and training the Army Air Corps in case of national emergency.