Leader Conduct in Training: Rebooting retired LTG Hal Moore’s ‘Four Principles

By CPT Larry D. Tran

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This article examines LTG Hal Moore's four principles of combat leadership—maintaining positive attitude despite setbacks, finding additional solutions to problems, remaining vigilant when things seem normal, and trusting instincts—and applies them to modern Armor training contexts with practical examples and implementation strategies.

The image shows a military armored vehicle (appears to be an M113 armored personnel carrier or similar tracked vehicle) firing a weapon in a desert environment. A large white cloud of smoke or dust is visible where the projectile has impacted in the distance. The vehicle is positioned in arid terrain with sparse desert vegetation and scrub brush. Mountains can be seen in the background under a blue sky with scattered clouds. The setting appears to be a military training exercise or combat operation in a desert region. The photograph has a date stamp visible in the bottom right corner, though the specific date is not clearly legible.

MDEB cavalry concept map illustrating intel, targeting, recon ops, surveillance, cyber and electromagnetic domains

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Future of Cavalry: Multi-Domain Effects Battalions as New Theater Reconnaissance

The article argues that Multi-Domain Effects Battalions (MDEBs) represent the future of cavalry by conducting reconnaissance, surveillance, and security operations within the cyberspace and electromagnetic spectrum domains. MDEBs utilize various platforms and capabilities to gain situational understanding, support targeting, and provide early warning and protection for friendly forces.

By LTC Aaron Ritzema and LTC Thomas Burns

US soldier wearing camouflage and helmet aims an M4 carbine with optic and yellow training round in front of pine trees

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Book Review Barbarossa through Soviet Eyes: The First Twenty-Four Hours by Artem Drabkin and Alexei Isaev

The review highlights the compelling perspective offered by Soviet archival material in Barbarossa through Soviet Eyes, emphasizing its detailed descriptions of the initial hours of Operation Barbarossa and Soviet experiences.

By Retired LTC (DR.) Robert G. Smith

Tan Military pull behind trailer with razor wire on the back of it. Sitting on a sandy road in the desert.

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The Defensive Lynchpin: Unveiling Vital Role of Class IV Combat Configured Loads in Large-scale Combat Operations

This article examines LTG Hal Moore's four principles of combat leadership—maintaining positive attitude despite setbacks, finding additional solutions to problems, remaining vigilant when things seem normal, and trusting instincts—and applies them to modern Armor training contexts with practical examples and implementation strategies.

By MAJ William Longwell and CPT Olivia Schretzman

Two military tanks covered in organic camouflage approach from left to right while patrolling a gravel road through tall coniferous forest.

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Manning Next Generation Main Battle Tank

Captain Larry D. Tran assesses how a reduction to three-person crews might impact the Armored community at the tactical level. By understanding these effects, the community can prepare for changes to ensure a smooth transition to the Next Generation Main Battle Tank program.

By CPT Larry D. Tran