American Indians under General Crook and the current civil
affairs operation in Iraq, we see that words and action are sometimes more powerful than bullets
and bombs. During the Philippine-American war, we see that having posts within villages...
“I am a Noncommissioned Officer, a leader of Soldiers. As a Noncommissioned Officer, I realize that I am a member of a time-honored corps, known as “The Backbone of the Army.” ( Fisch & Wright 1989, p. 4). One of the Commanders'...
As the operational tempo of the U.S. Army prevents professional development, leaders at every level need to take the time out of their busy schedules to study military history. Leaders can benefit from the past experiences of others and apply them...
The Army created the Warrant Officer rank as a way to re-establish some professionalism lost to NCOs by allowing exceptional NCOs the opportunity to transition into Warrant Officers CORP. The Army answered this question by using the warrant officer...
Thesis- Despite having the world’s only superpower, the U.S. has struggled in defeating counterinsurgencies because of a lack of cultural awareness and an understanding of its importance in full spectrum operations. Abstract: Cultural Awareness...
Thesis: It is important for military professionals to take time out of their busy schedules to study military history. The study of military history allows NCOs to see the great contributions made by past NCOs and officers. It also allows them to...
There are arguments among writers who are interested in military that military history is not of importance to Military professionals. This paper shows that it is indeed important for Military leaders to study and learn some facts on Military...
The military is a profession that is geared toward problem solving just like engineers and scientists. Military history is important because it yields lessons in tactics and strategies that can be applied to current situations. That is why it is...
Thesis: Counterinsurgency Operations in Iraq today are suffering from similar non-kinetic mistakes observed during the Cuba and Philippine operations in the early 1900’s. Abstract: When an organized military force deploys to answer a crisis, the...
History is nothing more than a blue print of what works and what does not. Why should we reinvent the wheel while all we have to do is improve the wheel that is what history is all about. Leaders can use history as a pre combat check making sure...
It is my opinion that leaders must study and understand military history. My argumentative essay will discuss why I believe a successful leader must study military history when it comes to being successful on the battlefield. I will also discuss...
Lebanon is in a very volatile and hostile part of the world where animosities have been
fostered over centuries of ethnic and racial conflict. It is a country with a history that dates back
to ancient times. It is also a nation with a long and...
The noncommissioned officer’s (NCO) ability to adapt to three main factors, technology, tactics and NCO professional development are responsible for the ever-increasing empowerment of the NCO. The initial strategy for NCO development was gaining...
When looking at the way the United States Army develops doctrine, leaders need to ask themselves “When is a change in doctrine necessary or justified?” Because the Army is a doctrine-based organization, leaders should only change, publish, and...
There were several factors that impeded the American military from being ready to
fight and win during the initial phases of wars fought throughout our nation’s history. The Battle of Kasserine Pass and the fight of Task Force Smith will be...
The conflicts of Vietnam and Afghanistan have many similarities. The lessons learned during Vietnam can be of great value if used. There are three critical factors that impacted the battlefield during both conflicts. These factors are border...
The roles, duties, and responsibilities of the non-commissioned officer (NCO) have seen some drastic changes over the course of time. The curriculum of the NCO education system must incorporate the study of military history. It is important for...
Thesis: A military force cannot win on the battlefield through the application of force alone instead; it must have an understanding of the cultural environment in which it operates to achieve success. Abstract: The United States military cannot...
The evolution of war fighting capabilities and the increasing responsibilities of the American Noncommissioned Officer is one of the most important factors in studying the capabilities and limitations of our Soldiers and the enemies we face today...
Thesis: While no two battles are the same, the actions taken by the French military and FLN insurgents during the Battle of Algiers parallel those taken during Operation Iraqi Freedom. Abstract: As in Iraq, a foreign, largely non-Arab military...