Base Cluster Defense: the Thin Line

Abstract

This monograph examines the challenges of defending vital Combat Service Support (CSS) assets at the brigade level. The self defense mission inherent for Forward Support Battalions is evaluated to determine if current doctrine is adequate. Self defense missions are difficult for support units in the dispersed brigade support area, especially given their low combat power. After defining the question and methodology used for the study, this monograph examines the evolution of German defense doctrine and techniques used during Operation Barbarossa, the invasion of Russia in 1941. The challenges that faced the Germans then are similar in nature to those confronting CSS unit commanders in establishing viable defense plans today. Base cluster, Base defense, CSS, Forward support battalion, Perimeter defense, Strong point defense, Combat service support, Heavy brigade.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Dec 17, 1991
Accession Number
ADA258106

Entities

People

  • Mark A. Bellini

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

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Communities of Interest

  • Biomedical
  • Human Systems
  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Area Security
  • Armored Vehicles
  • Combat Forces
  • Combat Support
  • Combat Vehicles
  • Defense Planning
  • Doctrine
  • Force Structure
  • Lessons Learned
  • Machine Guns
  • Military Organizations
  • National Security
  • Second World War
  • Students
  • Training
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

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