Long-Range Maritime Air Assault Operations in the Indo-Pacific Theater

By CSM Garrett S. O'Keefe and CSM Jason B. Chase

For light infantry units, specifically those assigned to the Indo-Pacific theater, mastering the planning and execution of air assault operations is essential. During a long-range maritime air assault, this concept is directly tied to the limitations of basing and lines of operation. Brigade and battalion-level units assume significant risk when conducting long-range maritime air assaults, especially when the operation occurs hundreds of miles away from support.

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Infantry

U.S. Army X-ray technicians position and examine a patient using an X-ray machine inside an Emergency Medicine tent.

Pulse of Army Medicine

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The 7 Commandments of Clinical Leadership: A Framework for Transforming Team Culture, Readiness, and Care Delivery

By COL James J. Jones, PhD, PA-C

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Army Civilian Professional Journal

LATEST RELEASE

Building and Empowering FLCs Within the Command and General Staff College

By Anatole Balma, PhD

Armor

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Tanks in Cities? Preparing the Armored Force for the Urban Fight

By CPT Josh Johnstone and CPT Chris Jordan

The Army’s professional journals are uniquely important. Through open access, the journals inform the Army, share lessons laterally, provide an outlet for thoughtful dissent, allow us to learn from our past, and make us better communicators. At the institutional level, the Army is modernizing the journals through improved accessibility, incorporation into education programs, and an emphasis on embracing the digital age. But these changes are not enough. Leaders must also underwrite reasonable risk for their subordinates who take up the pen and encourage professional writing that improves our Army, even if they have dissenting opinions.
Lt. Col. Zachary Griffiths, U.S. Army

⏱ 12 min read

The Future of Army Air Defense in the Indo-Pacific

By MAJ Hazumu Yano

Army Integrated Air and Missile Defense (AIAMD) is transforming U.S. Army air defense in the Indo-Pacific by introducing advanced capabilities, new force structures, and enhanced multilateral integration to counter evolving regional threats and ensure freedom of maneuver.

Air Defense Artillery

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⏱ 4 min read

MI Is Out Front in Army Transformation

By MAJ General John D. Thomas, Jr.

This article originally published in the October-December 2000 issue of MIPB examines Army transformation and the vital role of the Military Intelligence Corps within it. We can find parallels in the transitions almost 25 years later. The article argues that future success hinges on a shift from providing intelligence solely for planning to delivering “integrated” intelligence directly to tactical operators.

Military Intelligence

A historical black and white photograph showing a officer with chevron stripes inspecting troops from Company E, 9th Infantry Regiment at a camp in Tampa, Florida, circa 1898-1900. The soldiers stand at attention in formation wearing dark uniforms and campaign hats. White canvas tents and tall trees are visible in the misty background of the military encampment.

⏱ 12 min read

Building a Foundation of Training Management and Discipline

By CSM Nema Mobarakzadeh

Morning parade and physical training are foundational for building disciplined Army units. Senior NCOs must train junior leaders in professional confrontation, conduct regular inspections, and enforce standards. Learn how these daily practices build cohesive teams, teach training management, and reinforce that the NCO Corps is the backbone of the Army.

Infantry

Military service member in camouflage operates a small reconnaissance drone while lying in tall grass during a field training exercise

⏱ 10 min read

Army Aviation and Transforming with a Vision

By MG Clair A. Gill

This article by Major General Clair A. Gill outlines the U.S. Army Aviation Branch's transformation strategy to meet vision for transitioning from exclusively manned aircraft to integrated human-machine teams leveraging autonomous systems.

Aviation Digest

A formation of military personnel in desert camouflage uniforms standing at attention on a concrete bridge. The soldiers are lined up in a row across the bridge span, which crosses over a body of water that reflects both the bridge structure and the soldiers. The scene appears to be during a military ceremony or formal event.

⏱ 7 min read

The U.S. Army's Additive Construction program uses 3D printing technology to build concrete structures like barracks and bridges in field environments

By Rebecca Wright

Protecting tactical networks and communications in contested electromagnetic environments.

Army AL&T

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⏱ 5 min read

Chief historian's Footnote: Manuscript External Review Panels

By Jon T. Hoffman

In December 2023, external review panels were conducted to assess two manuscripts: Dr. Nicholas J. Schlosser’s work on the Iraq surge (2007-2008) and Dr. Erik B. Villard’s account of U.S. Army operations in Vietnam (1968-1969). Both panels comprised esteemed historians who provided valuable feedback, recognizing the manuscripts as solid contributions while suggesting enhancements for deeper insights and perspectives.

Army History

MAJ Amanda Dixson (standing, second-from-left), legal exchange officer with 3rd (UK) Division, stands with members of the 3rd (UK) Division legal team, including Lieutenant Colonel (UK) Andy Farquhar (kneeling, right), former deputy director of the Legal Center, The Judge Advocate General’s Legal Center and School, in Charlottesville, VA. (Photo courtesy of author)

⏱ 8 min read

Court Is Assembled: Mastering Multinational Integration with a Winning Mindset

By Colonel Andrew M. McKee

This article explores how U.S. Army legal professionals can prepare for and succeed in multinational assignments through mindset and adaptability. Drawing from NATO operations and exercises, Colonel McKee emphasizes openness, humility, and fearlessness as keys to mastering legal interoperability and strengthening global military partnerships.

Army Lawyer

Black and white photograph of a military Heavy Expanded Mobility Tactical Truck (HEMTT). A soldier is seated in the driver's position using his arm to hold open his door while two other soldiers in combat gear stand beside the vehicle and talk with him. The eight-wheeled tactical truck is positioned in a desert or arid environment with hills visible in the background.

⏱ 5 min read

Global Medic 25-01: Forging Army Reserve Medical Readiness in A New Era of Large-Scale Combat Operations

By Brigadier General Todd W. Traver

This article examines Global Medic 25-01, the capstone medical readiness exercise for U.S. Army Reserve forces, conducted as part of Operation Mojave Falcon in May-June 2025. Brigadier General Todd W. Traver analyzes how over 1,200 Soldiers—including 19 Canadian troops—trained across multiple California locations to validate combat health support capabilities under large-scale combat operations (LSCO) conditions.

Pulse of Army Medicine

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⏱ 8 min read

Leadership: Artificial Intelligence in Decision-Making

By Lt. Col. Joseph L. Huitt

This article talks about the advancement and many benefits of artificial intelligence. AI and Machine Learning have been a major of the department of defense. As the Army continues to implement AI into warfighting functions and command and control, the author explains why it should never overshadow the human element. Although humans aren't perfect, AI and technology can lead to catastrophic disaster if not held in check. The human element in War and command should always be the final decision.

Gray Space

Rows of U.S. military vehicles, including Humvees and trucks, are staged in a port lot after unloading from a large cargo ship in the background. Shipping containers, cranes, and the ocean are also visible under a partly cloudy sky.

⏱ 9 min read

The Army Reserve's Expeditionary Port Opening Capability

By COL Benjamin “Will” Buchholz, LTC Matthew R. Strickland, and CSM Daniel D. Fairfield

This article examines the U.S. Army Reserve’s expeditionary port opening capability, its role in sustaining large-scale combat operations, and the challenges faced after the divestiture of Army watercraft. It highlights training, certification, and organizational requirements to ensure the Reserve can support contested logistics and maritime operations across combatant commands.

Army Sustainment

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⏱ 13 min read

Strike Swiftly: Developing Sustainable Maintenance Strategy in Combined Arms Battalion

By LTC Mike Kim, MAJ Nate Bennett, CW3 Jason Amsdell and 1LT Collette Benavidez

The article "Strike Swiftly: Developing Sustainable Maintenance Strategy in Combined Arms Battalion" outlines the challenges faced by Combined Arms Battalions (CAB) in effectively managing training and maintenance within constrained resources. It emphasizes the importance of a clear vision from leadership to prioritize lethality requirements and develop a comprehensive maintenance strategy that integrates training efforts.

Armor

Black and white photo of U.S. military personnel in uniform installing concertina wire outside a building. One soldier is holding the wire while others assist in positioning it. A large multi-story building and clear sky are visible in the background.

⏱ 12 min read

The Expeditionary-Military Intelligence Brigade: Enabling Corps and Division Lethality

By Colonel David C. Hazelton, Major Robert P. Rees II, and Major Daniel R. Tuthill

This article outlines the critical role of the Expeditionary-Military Intelligence Brigade (E-MIB) and its headquarters in enabling corps-level deep sensing and intelligence operations. Based on real-world applications from I Corps and the 201st E-MIB, the article examines how external intelligence enablers are integrated to support large-scale combat operations and Army 2030 readiness.

Military Intelligence

U.S. Army soldiers from 186th Brigade Support Battalion conducting tactical training briefing in open field at Petrochori Training Area Greece during military exercise.

⏱ 11 min read

Developing Others through Delegation: A Leadership Imperative

By Vincent Carlisle, PhD

Learn how Army leaders can use delegation as a powerful development tool across institutional, operational, and self-development domains. This comprehensive guide covers delegation strategies.

Army Civilian

⏱ 9 min read

Training Multinational Corps On Joint Air Land Integration

By COL Kevin Jackson, LTC Tony Dunkin and MAJ Wes Martin

The article "Training Multinational Corps on Joint Air Land Integration" emphasizes the importance of integration and interoperability in large-scale combat operations, particularly in light of the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. It outlines a new scalable training program being implemented by U.S. Army Europe and Africa (USAREUR-AF) that aims to enhance air-land integration skills among NATO corps through a four-day program of instruction (POI) and the establishment of a mobile training team.

Field Artillery

SGT Stouts in the staging area at the National Training Center

⏱ 6 min read

Setting SHORAD up For Failure: FY24 NDAA’s Odd Omission

By First Lieutenant Alexander Philip Mosher, U.S. Army

This article examines the Fiscal Year 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (FY24 NDAA) and its omission of Air Defense Artillery from combat arms designated for higher fitness standards. It argues that Short-Range Air Defense (SHORAD) should be included, highlighting its critical role in large-scale combat operations and integration with maneuver forces.

Air Defense Artillery

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⏱ 7 min read

The Impact of Emerging Technologies

By CW4 Rickey A. Sturdivant, U.S. Army, Military Intelligence, (MI WOSSE follow-on)

This article explores the societal, ethical, and military implications of emerging technologies—Artificial Intelligence, Blockchain, and Biotechnology—emphasizing the need for responsible integration, interdisciplinary collaboration, and strategic application across sectors, particularly within military intelligence.

Warrant Officer