12th Combat Aviation Brigade: A Case Study

The 82nd Engineer Combat Battalion was activated on 23 March 1943 at Camp Swift just outside of Bastrop, Texas. The men of the battalion had already been sixty days into their training before their activation. It was not until theirbasic training ended in May that they began learning their Military Occupational Skills as Combat Engineers. The battalion was attached to the 1115th Engineer Combat Group who supervised all of their training.The men were instructed on constructing floating and fixed bridges, road construction and road repair. They also learned about mines, minefields and the importance of working as a team. When their training and testing had been completed on all the things they had learned, the unit received orders to go to Louisiana Maneuver Area to conduct bridge and road repair in the nearby town of Many, Louisiana. Before the battalion could begin their assignment that they believed was supposed to be the 4th tactical maneuver phase, they received teletype orders to report back to Camp Swift. The battalion was placed on alert

The Soldiers of Alpha Battery, 80th AAA Battalion adapted to their constant environment and altered their specialty. Once they arrived in Ardennes, the unit’s mission changed from Anti-Aircraft, to supporting ground units with 57mm anti-tank gun. These Soldiers were Anti-Aircraft by trade, but adapted their skills to make an impact where they were the most needed. Modern day Air Defense Artillery adapts much in the same way. The ever changing world calls for new systems, different training, and a higher operational tempo. The Air Defense Artillery branch is always changing and adapting to modern military operations. The 21st of December proved how vital Anti-Aircraft Soldiers were to large combat operations. Their training allowed them to operate the 57mm anti-tank guns which turned out to be vital to stopping the German advance and eventually securing victory in Europe. In today’s military operations the Air Defense Artillery protects vital areas from aerial attack allowing Operation Commanders a location to land troops and supplies. Every battle and war is dependent on a supply route and without a secured supply route, no combat element can secure a victory. The 80th AAA Battalion proved how their adaptability and their support of large combat

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Imagine being locked up because of race and then given a chance to prove loyalty to the country. While, Pearl Harbor was a devastating event for America, this caused Japanese descendants in America to go through even tougher times. The 442nd Regimental Combat Team consisted of Japanese-Americans who were in concentration camps during this time. These men were then sent into war to help America. Enemy forces were located in Germany and Japan and in these lands were trapped U.S. combat teams in need. The 442nd Regimental Combat Team helped the United States win World War Two and proved their loyalty.

Although the 82nd Airborne was organized in 1917 during America's involvement in the First World War it was during the Second World War that the unit gained its reputation. Its distinctive name was garnered from the fact that members of the division originated from communities throughout the entire country so the term "All American" was utilized and explains the presence of the distinctive "AA" on the division's shoulder patch. The division saw limited involvement during the First World War as it saw service in only three battles but one of the most famous characters emerging from the War, Sergeant York, was a member of the 82nd Airborne. Sergeant York was honored with the Medal of Honor for his efforts in single-handily killing a number of Germans and capturing over a hundred of other German soldiers during the Meuse-Argonne offensive (Pushies).

Shameka executed her duties as the Brigade S4 in a proficient manner during this rating period. Her key accomplishments include achieving a commendable rating during the USARCENT Staff Assistant Visit (SAV) for the Brigade Command Supply Discipline Program. Additionally, her vast technical knowledge was an integral component to the operational success of the (FY16) Non-Tactical Vehicles Board, earning a cost savings of $2.2M

The fact that 2nd battalion led by LTC Frost almost accomplished a mission designed for a division is remarkable. LTC Frost demonstrated all the principles of the warfighting function of mission command. As ADP 6-0 says, “commanders influence the situation and provide direction, guidance, and resources while synchronizing operations. They encourage subordinates to take bold action, and they accept prudent risk to create opportunity and to seize the initiative,” LTC Frost was able to emulate.

My organization is called Operation Salute. Operation Salute is an organization that helps homeless veterans and veterans with PTSD. I want to help the veterans because they do not get enough recognition for fighting for our country. In the US, 21 veterans commit suicide each day because of PTSD. 11% of homeless adults are veterans. 70% of veterans have substance abuse problems. I can help them by creating a care center for veterans who suffer from PTSD by giving them the care and rehabilitation they need. Veterans with PTSD can come to the care center and get the rehabilitation they need. If veterans do not want to come to the care center, trained nurses can come to their houses periodically and help them. The homeless veterans can come to this care center for shelter,

It is noted that over “70 percent of organizational change efforts fail” (Jansson, 2013). Nevertheless, change is an inevitable part of a learning organization. The 93d Signal Brigade is experiencing change. Senior Army leaders have determined that there is a need to transform from geographically based information technology services to consolidated enterprise services at regional locations. Employees know this as Network Enterprise Centers (NECs) regionalization. The driving force behind this initiative is the United States Army Network Enterprise Technology Command (NETCOM). Employees within the 93d Signal Brigade, which is a subordinate unit to NETCOM, are voicing their concerns about the effort to regionalize network centers. The

The 2nd Armored Brigade Combat Team (BCT), 1st Infantry Division (2-1ID), stationed in Fort Riley, is the first BCT to be aligned to USAFRICOM Combatant Command. Another example is the USEUCOM. The regionally aligned units to this Command are the 1st Brigade BCT, 1st Cavalry Division and the 3rd Infantry Division

I chose this book for my first book review for a few reasons. First, to bring to light and to honor the memory of Command Sergeant Major Basil L. Plumley, who recently passed away on October 10, 2012. He is a true inspiration to be followed; a career U.S. Army Infantry Soldier, a Sergeant Major, and key leader during the Battle of Ia Drang. He fought in every major Airborne Operation of World War II, including Operation Husky, D-Day, and Operation Market Garden. He

The Aviation Branch of the U.S. Army, as we know it today, did not exist at the turn of the 1800 to 1900 centuries. The military did use a Balloon Corps and Detachment for the Civil and Spanish-American Wars respectfully. However, the Army deactivated both organizations after their usage in the campaigns. These artillery spotters and reconnoiters were helpful. However, the leadership did not see a usage for them outside of war. Therefore, it would take someone understanding the potential of air power to open a door for its peacetime usage. This occurred with the birth of the Signal Corps.

While the brigade continued to combat the global war on terrorism the Soldiers within the organization continued to demonstrate exceptional meritorious service in Afghanistan, during Operation Enduring Freedom. While assigned to multiple locations in combat theatre, the Soldiers in the brigade contributed full spectrum aviation support to the overall successful accomplishment of the Regional Command West and International Security Assistant Forces; once again, earning the brigade another Meritorious Unit Citation (Army, U.S. Army Center of Military History, 2013).

The level of training required to become a paratrooper in the 101st Airborne Division was agonizing. The men were taken on night marches, the first one being eleven miles with full field equipment on. While on these marches, the men were not allowed to have a break, cigarettes or water. As for their level of fitness, it was intense. Their fitness was brutal. The men were required to run Mount Currahee 3 miles up and back down and ran at least three to four times a week unless Lt. Sobel instructed otherwise. After getting adjusted to running, the men could run six miles or more in fifty minutes. They were required to go through an obstacle course daily along with other exercises like: push-ups, pull-ups, and deep-knee bends. However, when it

During arduous combat operations coinciding with a high OPTEMPO unit cohesion may flux toward a detriment of mission success. This report will focus on the 56TH Armored Brigade Combat Team (ABCT) in order to address the critical leadership problem. In addition, focus will center on relevant facts and assumptions that led to the critical leadership problem and rectify the issues. Furthermore, a new ABCT vision will be published in order to restructure the organizational culture toward a unified purpose and an increase in esprit de corps. (Verify with lesson for correct purpose)