High-Frequncy Communications

This article examines the need for U.S. Army units to develop proficiency in high-frequency (HF) radio communications to maintain effective fire support capabilities in environments where satellite communications are degraded or unavailable, particularly during Large-Scale Combat Operations against near-peer adversaries.

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DOTMLPF Artillery Insights From The American Civil War

The American Civil War-era Field Artillery branches "made it up as they went" due to a lack of doctrine, resulting in poor performance on the battlefield and a higher reliance on infantry firepower. The Instruction for Field Artillery, published in 1861, outlined the role of Field Artillery as providing concentrated fires to break enemy lines and crush masses, but its doctrine was often impractical due to technological limitations and matériel constraints.

By Dr. John Grenier, the FA Branch Historian

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DOTMLPF Artillery Insights From The American Civil War: Introduction

This article examines artillery doctrine during the American Civil War, comparing historical practices with modern Field Artillery concepts, and analyzing the challenges and limitations faced by artillery units of the time.

By Dr. John Grenier, the FA Branch Historian

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The Battlefield Coordination Detachment in Future Warfare

The article examines the Battlefield Coordination Detachment's (BCD) evolving role in future warfare, highlighting its critical function in joint force integration and mission success. It emphasizes the BCD's importance in building warfighting capacity, improving operational synchronization, and facilitating multinational coordination, particularly through NATO partnerships.

By COL Kevin L. Jackson

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Beyond Destruction: Bridging the Gap in Artillery Effects Expertise

This article emphasizes the critical gap in understanding artillery effects among military professionals, particularly in Large-Scale Combat Operations (LSCO), and advocates for an advanced weaponeering course to enhance the expertise of Field Artillery Targeting Technicians. By deepening their knowledge of artillery mechanics and effects, the proposed training aims to improve tactical targeting capabilities and operational effectiveness.

By WO1 Zachary A. Zayac