Logistic Support in the Vietnam Era. Monograph 14. Military Personnel in Operational Logistics
Abstract
The monograph focuses on use of military personnel in operational logistics. It reviews and evaluates the capability of Service manpower organizations to provide military personnel for operational logistical support of U.S. combat forces in South Vietnam from the beginning of the general force buildup (January 1965) to the present in order to determine responsiveness and to identify strengths and weaknesses of manpower policies, procedures, organizations, training, and controls as they pertain to military logistic support personnel. Special attention is given to the impact of the buildup in military logistical support personnel in South Vietnam, SE Asia, and the Western Pacific on worldwide military readiness. Where shortfalls in military logistic support personnel have appeared or Service policies have dictated use of TDY civil service personnel (civilian technicians, contract personnel, and/or third- country nationals) the pertinent facts are brought out; however, these aspects are not explored in great depth. Service and Defense Department policies, practices, and procedures are examined in relation to their effects on the provision of qualified military logistical support personnel to the operating forces, and particularly those in the combat area.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 01, 1970
- Accession Number
- AD0877972