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Author: William B. Skelton Publisher: ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 512
Book Description
Following the formation of a regular army in 1784, a popular distruct of military power and the generally unsettled nature of national administration kept the army in a continual state of fluctuation, both in terms of organisation and size. Few officers were making a long-term commitment to military service. But by 1860, a professional army career was becoming a way of life. In that year, 41.5 percent of officers had served 30 years, compared to only 2.6 percent in 1797.
Author: William B. Skelton Publisher: ISBN: Category : History Languages : en Pages : 512
Book Description
Following the formation of a regular army in 1784, a popular distruct of military power and the generally unsettled nature of national administration kept the army in a continual state of fluctuation, both in terms of organisation and size. Few officers were making a long-term commitment to military service. But by 1860, a professional army career was becoming a way of life. In that year, 41.5 percent of officers had served 30 years, compared to only 2.6 percent in 1797.
Author: Richard Moody Swain Publisher: Government Printing Office ISBN: 9780160937583 Category : Study Aids Languages : en Pages : 216
Book Description
In 1950, when he commissioned the first edition of The Armed Forces Officer, Secretary of Defense George C. Marshall told its author, S.L.A. Marshall, that "American military officers, of whatever service, should share common ground ethically and morally." In this new edition, the authors methodically explore that common ground, reflecting on the basics of the Profession of Arms, and the officer's special place and distinctive obligations within that profession and especially to the Constitution.
Author: Martin E. Dempsey Publisher: ISBN: Category : Leadership Languages : en Pages : 6
Book Description
Following September 11, 2001, America's all-volunteer force embarked on campaigns extending well beyond any limits imagined as the era of persistent conflict unfolded, its resilience arguably exceeded expectations of its architects. As we reflect on a decade of war, America's service men and women fought as a joint force selflessly serving our nation, answering the call to duty repeatedly, continuously adapting. The sacred element of trust enabled them to persevere. With the campaigns in Afghanistan and Iraq in transition, we must prepare for a different future as we shape Joint Force 2020 in an environment of increasing fiscal pressure. Renewing our commitment to the profession of arms is essential to ensure we maintain the best led and best trained force in the world. Leadership is the foundation of our profession. This is essential to ensure we remain the finest military in the world.
Author: Sir John Hackett Publisher: MacMillan Publishing Company ISBN: Category : Education Languages : en Pages : 248
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I read this book on the recommendation from a fellow officer in order to gain a better historical perspective of the military profession. This book develops the lineage from Armies of the ancient world to today's modern Armies in a rather concise and insightful manner. Sir John Hackett focuses a lot on the relationship between the military forces and the countries they represent on the battlefield. He also offers some interesting opinions about training future leaders in the Armed Services based on his vast military experience and career. I thoroughly enjoyed this book (it has many interesting photos and prints throughout the text), although it is written from a European (the author is British) perspective. The author does devote some time to the US Army, but his main focus is the European military system. Therefore, if you are looking for a book about how the American Army has changed over time, I do not recommend this one. On the other hand, I do recommend this book for anyone wanting to learn more about how the profession of arms has developed over time. It would make a fine addition to your military history library if you have one, or serve as a great first addition, if you are thinking of starting one. -- website.
Author: William B. Skelton
Author: William B. Skelton
Author: Sir John Hackett
Author: Richard Moody Swain
Author: William B. Skelton
Author: Martin E. Dempsey
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Author: Sir John Hackett
Author: Joseph J. Ellis
Author: U.S. Department of Defense
Author: Elbridge Colby