Military History

Assessment of the 54th Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry (depicted in the movie Glory): What was the outcome? What were the keys to victory or defeat? What were the operational and/or strategic consequences? What insights are of value to the modern officer?

Desert Storm

   Discuss the Army principles of war and utilize the principles to analyze the Desert Storm war.      ARMY PRINCIPLES OF WAR:  – Objective: The main goal -Offensive: Set conditions of the war -Mass: Size, logistical strength -Economy of Force: Imply combat power  -Maneuver: moving with a purpose / placing enemy in a position … Read more

AHR M4A2

ASSINGMENT:  https://www.theatlantic.com/photo/2011/10/world-war-ii-after-the-war/100180/ Look at the images included in The Atlantic’s “World War II after the War,” then, select one of the images to discuss. In your post be sure to explain which image (the number and a brief note about it). Then, discuss why the image stands out to you? Describe the image, and then explain … Read more

HISTORY

1. Write a 3 sentence summary for two documents. Please identify which document you are summarizing. 2. Do you think the Civil War could have ended without the end of slavery?

War on Drugs

Do you believe “War on Drugs” has been effective?  Why or why not? Do you believe that legalizing certain drugs will eliminate or reduce drug use in the U.S.? Explain. Should the U.S. discontinue all or part of their efforts fighting drugs?  Why or why not?  What would be the results of this action?