The Development of Organic Light Aviation in the Army Ground Forces in World War II
Abstract
This study addresses how the Army Ground Forces (AGF) developed and incorporated organic light aviation into the force structure during World War II. The work includes a brief background on the reasons the AGF developed this capability and how it employed this organic aviation in the field artillery. The study also addresses the parallel development and limited employment of Army Air Forces liaison squadrons designed to support the AGF. This thesis concludes that the AGF developed a responsive capability to support the aerial adjustment of artillery that quickly expanded to fill a multitude of tasks to support the ground commander. The thesis also concludes that the Army Air Forces did not develop a liaison organization capable of meeting the needs of the AGF. Understanding the problems that led to the development of organic light aviation will perhaps assist future Army leaders in developing and resourcing organizations, material, and force structure that is responsive to the maneuver commander.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jun 02, 2000
- Accession Number
- ADA384201
Entities
People
- Robert S. Brown
Organizations
- United States Army Command and General Staff College