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In large-scale combat operations (LSCO), critical decisions during armed conflict that defeat the adversary to achieve strategic and operational objectives often determine the victor. History proves that the chaotic nature of the battlefield contains many variables that shape the operational environment (OE), which requires leadership to make the right decision on time to accomplish the objectives. The United States Army implements mission command to enable subordinates on the battlefield to mak...

In large-scale combat operations (LSCO), critical decisions during armed conflict that defeat the adversary to achieve strategic and operational objectives often determine the victor. History proves that the chaotic nature of the battlefield contains many variables that shape the operational environment (OE), which requires leadership to make the right decision on time to accomplish the objectives. The United States Army implements mission command to enable subordinates on the battlefield to mak...

HARKER HEIGHTS — The City of Harker Heights hosted a Memorial Day Ceremony and Remembrance Walk to honor those service members who have paid the ultimate sacrifice to our nation,

President George W. Bush declared that the “specter of Vietnam” had been authoritatively vanquished with the stunning military victory in Kuwait. Twenty-five years later, however, the only thing that was vanquished appears to have been objective analysis.​

What turned out to be an amazing and thrilling victory, could easily have been the biggest disaster of Desert Storm.

Because we learned the wrong lesson.

What turned out to be an amazing and thrilling victory, could easily have been the biggest disaster of Desert Storm.

Is H. R. McMasters Worldview Compatible with the Presidents? Though McMaster has a wealth of knowledge of military affairs, evidence suggests his worldviews sharply diverges from Trump’s at critical points. National Security Advisor Lt. Gen. H. R. McMaster made a rare public appearance at the September 25 Institute for the Study of War security conference, during which time he explained what he saw as his primary job. “We’re there to serve the president and help him to advance his agenda,...

My Desert Storm Print this article Last month marked the 30-year anniversary of what is often described as the last great tank battle of the 20th century. For those of us who fought in the Battle of 73 Easting, our experience confirmed timeless lessons that apply to combat as well as building confident, high-performing teams capable of taking the initiative and winning. In February 1991, I had the privilege of commanding the soldiers of Eagle Troop, Second Armored Cavalry Regiment. They won a...

Close Capt. Sam Pulliam, Eagle Troop commander from 2nd Sqdn., 3rd Cav. Regt., displays Brave Rifles toughness as he leads his team to victory. As part of the event, troopers had to traverse up and over a walking bridge, carrying a simulated war hero, “Capt. Guy Henry,” Feb. 24.  Photo by Maj. Marion Jo Nederhoed, 3rd Cav. Regt. Public Affairs By Maj. Marion Jo Nederhoed, 3rd Cav. Regt. Public Affairs Mar 4, 2021