A Single Logistics Command in the Unified National Military Establishment

Abstract

PURPOSE: To determine the feasibility of a single Logistics Command for logistical support to the three departments in the National Military Establishment. SCOPE: 1. Study the logistical organizations and functions in the United States Armed Forces during and after World War II. 2. Study the logistical organization and functions as presently set up in the National Military Establishment. 3. From the above develop a logistical organization under a single Logistics Command, with assignment of responsibilities, chain of command and major functions of logistical support to the major subdivisions of that organization, required for logistical support of the three departments in the National Military Establishment. 4. Evaluate the capabilities and limitations of such organization and make definite recommendations concerning the feasibility and desirability of its adoption.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 24, 1949
Accession Number
AD1118122

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  • Jack F. Hudson

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  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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