Tactical Considerations for the Defensive Employment of Light Infantry in Korea.

Abstract

This study provides an analysis of the environment and enemy which the American infantry confronted during the Korean Conflict. These elements are analyzed with respect to their effect on a potential modern conflict involving light infantry against a light enemy in rugged terrain. Specific recommendations are provided on overcoming the dominant effects of the terrain on firepower, mobility, protection and 'human wave' assaults are presented. Finally, a light infantry defensive model is provided incorporating defensive considerations for brigade and smaller units. The study concludes that the lessons learned during the Korean Conflict remain valid today and should be incorporated into the doctrinal, organizational and tactical structuring of the light infantry divisions.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 02, 1985
Accession Number
ADA167250

Entities

People

  • Edward E. Thurman

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Artillery
  • Attack Helicopters
  • Combat Forces
  • Command And Control
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Employment
  • Fire Support
  • Indirect Fire
  • Lessons Learned
  • Line Of Sight
  • Military Organizations
  • North Korea
  • Organizational Structure
  • Security
  • South Korea
  • Warfare
  • Weapons Effects

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