The Study of Military History: Justification and Importance
Abstract
Over the years many American scholars and military professionals have argued that the study of military history is vital to an understanding of why we are the way we are and how we can better prepare ourselves for the challenges of the future. Military professionals, in particular, have been known for stating that if we do not learn the lessons of the past we are destined to repeat our failures and shortcomings. The fact is that military officers and NCOs have the ability to control their destinies only to the extent that they can control the battlefield around them at any given time. A thorough understanding of past battlefield experiences can go a long way toward success in the future.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 15, 2008
- Accession Number
- AD1136621
Entities
People
- Steven A. Bunting
Organizations
- United States Army Sergeants Major Academy