Insurgency and counterinsurgencies differ from conventional warfare in that military strength alone cannot bring success. Insurgencies are "people's wars" as the insurgent forces are dependent on the population for manpower, intelligence,...
Using histories, after action reports, interviews, and doctrinal manuals this study examines intelligence requirements for support to domestic civil authorities in civil disturbance operations and evaluates the adequacy of tactical intelligence...
This monograph examines two insurgencies conducted by the Jews in ancient times: The Maccabbee Revolt against the Seleucid Empire from 166-164 BC and the Revolt against the Roman Empire from 66-70 AD. The monograph proposes that all insurgencies...
Threats to peace, violations of security and challenges to world order, which led to the creation of the United Nations (UN) in 1945 will continue. States and state-like entities will continue to approach the UN with their grievances. The...
Through learning and enhanced capacity to learn faster than its adversaries, a military organization increases its chances for success within an increasing complex and chaotic environment. The complex and chaotic nature of military conflicts...
The 3d Infantry Division had just returned from an extremely successful campaign in Operation Iraqi Freedom I. They had begun in the deserts of Kuwait, captured the city of Baghdad and its airport, and quelled the riotous and volatile city of...
Since the beginning of the United States, the noncommissioned officer has played a vital role in the development of its Army. Baron von Steuben’s “Blue Book” was the cornerstone of today’s modern Army. The Vietnam Era showed the importance...
The term "Backbone of the Army" has been given to the U.S. Army Non Commissioned Officer (NCO) because of the structure that the NCO provides to the overall concept of the U.S. Army. In order to understand how the NCO was given such high...
NCOs must not only be technically and tactically proficient to fight and win America’s wars, they must possess a knowledge and understanding of the history of past conflicts and battles. A Spanish philosopher in the 19th century named Santayana...
Weems, Ricardo; Ayala, Richard; Moorehouse, Salina; Rinehart, William; Winters, Steven
With the past historical perspective on terrorism, one can see exactly why it is imperative the United States remain in the Gulf region. With the U.S. military and State Department presence, Iraq has the opportunity to create a representative...
With the U.S. military and State Department presence, Iraq has the opportunity to create a representative government supporting the ideals of freedom and democracy. Over watch is provided in a region historically known for dictator and monarchy...
The importance of learning from past counterinsurgency operations helps us prepare for the wars of today and tomorrow. While the tactics of some insurgents have changed, the basic principles of insurgency and counterinsurgency have remained. In...
The time period from 1865 to 1925 was one of change for the NCO Corps and the Army. With the end of the Civil War the Army, like the country, found itself rebuilding. "The culmination of the Civil War was epitomized by great pride in the military."...
The United States has the most powerful military in the world. Yet, it doesn’t always win. Sometimes, tactical defeats lead to operational setbacks with lasting consequences. A thorough cultural understanding goes beyond simply knowing about what...
"You are a leader in the same Army that persevered at Valley Forge, held its ground at the Little Round Top, turned the tide of a war at St. Mihiel and began the liberation of a continent at Omaha Beach. You lead soldiers from the same Army that...
The purpose and scope of this briefing is to provide information on The History of the Non-Commissioned Officer and the contributions that have been sacrificed and made throughout history and how the NCO Corps have impacted and continues to impact...
In 1775 the history of the NCO began. Not copying the British in blended traditions from the Prussian, British and French Armies. A unique form of noncommissioned officer was invented through years of progression. Changes in social attitudes and...
Leaders of all levels in the military should take time to read history. Leaders, who have taken the time to read history, will realize the benefits of having a working knowledge of past events and provides possible steps that could be taken to...
Thesis Statement: The politicians responsible for deploying U.S. troops to a war zone with an inflexible, ambiguous mission statement, intelligence, and security, led to the death of 241 Marines in Beirut. Discussion: There were 241 lessons learned...