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War College Journey To Obsolescence: The Army Air Corps Lighter-Than-Air Branch – Part 1Neal Creighton | Published: November 03, 2011 at 3:51 pmThis is the first part of a three-part series on the U.S. Army Air Corps Lighter-Than-Air Branch by retired Maj. Gen. Neal Creighton. Tactics 101-065: Rehearsals, Part 2Rick Baillergeon and John Sutherland | Published: October 14, 2011 at 6:22 pmTactics 101, the continuing monthly series, looks at part two of rehearsals for military actions. Ralph Peters: ‘Stupidity Isn’t a Strategy’ – Five War on Terror LiesRalph Peters | Published: October 03, 2011 at 1:21 pmStrategist Ralph Peters examines what he calls the “‘big five’ terror-age lies we hear repeated endlessly.” National Museum of the Pacific War – A Photo EssayGerald D. Swick | Published: September 26, 2011 at 10:48 amThe National Museum of the Pacific War presents a phenomenal mix of great artifacts and state-of-the-art electronics, as shown in this photo essay. Tactics 101 064 – RehearsalsRick Baillergeon and John Sutherland | Published: September 14, 2011 at 5:12 pmRehearsals for combat missions can be a tremendous asset or a colossal waste of time and can cause more harm than good; Tactics 101, the continuing monthly series from Armchair General, examines the good, the bad and the ugly in rehearsals. Savvy Strike in Kabul: Underestimating the Taliban – Again – by Ralph PetersRalph Peters | Published: September 13, 2011 at 6:13 pmBy our narrow military standards, the Taliban are incompetent. But on their own turf, pursuing their own strategic goals, they’re canny, ruthless survivors. On Sept. 13, 2011, a handful of Taliban managed to paralyze Kabul – again. Coach Bill Parcells: ACG’s Exclusive Interview With the NFL Coaching IconJohn Ingoldsby | Published: September 12, 2011 at 1:07 pmThe November 2011 issue of Armchair General features John Ingoldsby’s “10 Questions” interview with legendary NFL coach Bill Parcells. Here is the complete text of the interview. Norwich University’s Gettysburg Staff RideJeffrey Paulding | Published: September 06, 2011 at 10:16 amArmchair General writer Jeffrey Paulding tags along on a Civil War Gettysburg Campaign staff ride conducted as part of Norwich University’s outstanding Master of Arts in Military History program. General Donn A. Starry, 1925 – 2011: In MemoriamJohn Antal | Published: August 31, 2011 at 12:37 pmAmerica lost a great warrior Aug. 26, 2011. General Donn Albert Starry was a Soldier’s Soldierm a rough-riding Armor and Cavalry officer who helped shape our modern U. S. Army. Learning from Libya: Few Surprises for Serious Students of WarRalph Peters | Published: August 29, 2011 at 5:29 pmFive crucial lessons the West needs to learn from Libya, other recent conflicts, and from history, as detailed by strategic analyst Ralph Peters. Chip Cifone: ESPN Technology Director’s WW2 CollectionGerald D. Swick | Published: August 25, 2011 at 3:21 pmChip Cifone, senior director of client technology services and support at ESPN, talks with Armchair General about his personal collection of World War II memorabilia. Tactics 101 063 – The Concept of OperationsRick Baillergeon and John Sutherland | Published: August 17, 2011 at 6:29 pmTactics 101, the continuing monthly series, looks at The Concept of Operation – how to write clear, concise orders that provide a snapshot of how a mission is to be executed. MAP OF THE MONTH: US Territorial Expansion 1790 – 1861Armchair General | Published: August 16, 2011 at 10:02 am
![]() Animated map of US expansion 1790 – 1861 courtesy of The Map as History. Click on map to start animation. Armchair General has partnered with The Map as History, a company that produces outstanding animated maps with accompanying narration. Each … Hand Guns of World War II: Military Side Arms of the Major Combatant PowersPeter Suciu | Published: August 10, 2011 at 11:26 amAuthor Peter Suciu examines the popular handguns of the major combatant powers of World War II. British and Japanese Troops Cooperate in SE Asia, 1945Stefen Styrsky | Published: August 02, 2011 at 4:08 pmIn 1945 British and Japanese troops that weeks earlier would have tried to kill each other joined forces to put down rebellions in Southeast Asia. National World War One Museum – Museum VisitJim Zabek | Published: July 22, 2011 at 11:10 amThe National World War One Museum in Kansas City, Missouri, is an experience not to be missed. |
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