Breaching Walls in Urban Warfare

Abstract

This study attempts to determine if there is a need for a wall- breaching capability in infantry units today. The investigation is focused on an analysis of historical experience, contemporary urban areas, and the capabilities of U.S. Army weapons. Investigation reveals that a distinct need for a wall-breaching capability in infantry units does exist, and that current weapons and equipment readily available to the infantry rifle company are inadequate for this purpose. Further examination reveals that the means of satisfying the requirement are within the capability of current technology.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 06, 1975
Accession Number
ADB006686

Entities

People

  • Anthony E. Hartle

Organizations

  • United States Army Command and General Staff College

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Weapons Technologies

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Anti-Tank Weapons
  • Artillery
  • Blast
  • Construction
  • Contingency Operations (Military)
  • Explosions
  • Explosive Devices
  • Explosives
  • Guided Missiles
  • Materials Testing
  • Military Operations
  • Munitions
  • Plastic Explosives
  • Projectiles
  • United States
  • Warfare
  • Weapons Effects

Readers

  • Military Science
  • Theoretical Analysis.