Logistics Support for the United States Cavalry Past, Present and Future.

Abstract

The United States Cavalry, both past and present, has always conjured up images of romance and glory. Often forgotten are the unsung, but essential partners of the cavalryman, the logistician. Looking at historical examples from each major conflict since 1833, this article discusses the role played by the logistician and the logistical principles developed and followed. The armored cavalry regiment of today contains an organic support squadron that has provided new capabilities for self-support. Specific logistical techniques for offensive and defensive operations are explained in detail. Although a vast improvement, the support squadron has some shortcomings which are discussed with recommended fixes for future organizations. Throughout the article certain logistical principles appear. It becomes evident that these principles are valid in the past, the present and for the future.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Mar 30, 1988
Accession Number
ADA195021

Entities

People

  • Ronald F. Kelly

Organizations

  • United States Army War College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Ground and Sea Platforms
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Ammunition
  • Armored Vehicles
  • Civil War
  • Combat Areas
  • Combat Support
  • Combat Vehicles
  • Command And Control
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Logistics
  • Maintenance
  • Medical Personnel
  • Military Organizations
  • Munitions
  • United States
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
  • Military Science
  • Systems Analysis and Design