The Optimal Training Program for an Infantry Battalion.

Abstract

This study analyzes the training strategies and methodologies of American infantry battalions between World War II and the present. From historical analysis in combination with the author's personal observations it is possible to understand the critical components of ground combat. These critical components of ground combat represent the core of infantry tactics that support individual through battalion level collective operations. Additionally, this study also examines the strengths and weakness of the Army's training doctrine and how it is being implemented. In the conclusion, the study makes a recommendation for the optimal training program that focuses on the critical components of ground combat and the recommended strategy to train them.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 04, 1999
Accession Number
ADA367599

Entities

People

  • James W. Danna Iii

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Air Force
  • Combat Operations
  • Combat Readiness
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Doctrine
  • Infantry Fighting Vehicles
  • Lessons Learned
  • Military Applications
  • Military History
  • Second World War
  • Social Sciences
  • Students
  • Tactical Air Support
  • Training Devices
  • Training Management
  • War Colleges
  • Warfare

Readers

  • Military History / Militaries and War Studies
  • Military Training and Readiness Simulation