lectures
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Intelligence Requirement for an Advance Base, circa 1959-1978
File — Box 113: Series III, Folder: 4
Identifier: MSC-052- Series III
Scope and Contents
Lecture given to Civil Engineer Corps officers on how to acquire the necessary intelligence and information when developing and constructing an advanced base.
Dates:
circa 1959-1978
Intelligence Requirement for an Advance Base
Digital Record
Identifier: MSC052_113_04_01
Dates:
circa 1959-1978
Found in:
Naval War College Archives
Jensen, Henry M.: Policy and Naval Warfare, 1937 Nov 11
File — Box 5, Folder: 10
Identifier: RG-14
Scope and Contents
Presentation delivered by Captain H. M. Jensen, U.S.N. to show students of naval strategy the importance of having current and complete knowledge of international policies and their connection with military and naval strategy in both peace and war.
This is a duplicate of Box 5, Folder 9.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1937 Nov 11
Jensen, Henry M.: Policy and Naval Warfare, 1937 Nov 11
File — Box 5, Folder: 9
Identifier: RG-14
Scope and Contents
Presentation delivered by Captain H. M. Jensen, U.S.N. to show students of naval strategy the importance of having current and complete knowledge of international policies and their connection with military and naval strategy in both peace and war.
Dates:
translation missing: en.enumerations.date_label.Creation: 1937 Nov 11
Knight, Austin M.: Ordnance Lecture, 1906 Aug 29-30
File — Box 2, Folder: 9
Identifier: RG-15
Scope and Contents
Lecture delivered by Commander Austin M. Knight, U.S.N. on the developments of ordnance.
Dates:
1906 Aug 29-30
Krulak, Victor H.: Tactics and Techniques of Insurgency and Counterinsurgency, 1962 Jun 4
File — Box 33, Folder: 24
Identifier: RG-15- File RG15_33_24_01_VR2859
Scope and Contents
This address delivered by Major General Victor H. Krulak, USMC, Special Assistant to the Director Joint Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff for Counterinsurgency and Special Activities focuses on the tactics and techniques of insurgency and counterinsurgency, providing a comprehensive overview of the complexities and challenges faced in countering communist-inspired insurgencies worldwide.Krulak discusses the nature of insurgency, describing it as a condition resulting from a revolt against a constituted government, primarily communist-inspired, supported, or exploited. He emphasizes the multifaceted nature of insurgency, noting that it is not solely a military problem but involves economic, political, and social dimensions. Krulak highlights the vulnerability of emerging societies to insurgencies, pointing out that the communists exploit these societies' transitional phases for subversive activities.It outlines a two-fold problem faced by the United States and its allies: the failure to recognize the true nature of the insurgency threat and the inadequacy of organizational structures to counter it effectively. Krulak calls for a comprehensive approach involving all sources of national strength—diplomatic, economic, educational, propaganda, and military—to address the insurgency challenge.Krulak provides examples from various countries, including Ecuador, Bolivia, Guatemala, and Venezuela, illustrating the diverse causes of insurgency, such as...
Dates:
1962 Jun 4
Krulak, Victor H.: The Development of the U.S. Counterinsurgency Policy and Doctrine, 1963 Apr 22
File — Box 34, Folder: 22
Identifier: RG-15- File RG15_34_22_01_VR3155
Scope and Contents
This address by Major General Victor H. Krulak, USMC, Special Assistant to the Director Joint Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff for Counterinsurgency and Special Activities details the development of United States counterinsurgency policy and doctrine, emphasizing the complexities of global insurgency challenges and the U.S. military's strategic response.Krulak begins by defining insurgency as a condition resulting from revolt or insurrection against a constituted government, primarily inspired, supported, or exploited by communists. He highlights the multifaceted nature of insurgency, which can manifest in various forms, including economic imbalance, ignorance, political instability, and military vulnerabilities.His speech outlines the dual problem faced by the United States and its allies: a failure to fully grasp the nature of the insurgency threat and a lack of adequate organization to address it. Krulak stresses that insurgency requires a comprehensive approach involving all elements of national strength—diplomatic, economic, educational, military, and propaganda efforts—to effectively counter the threat.Krulak provides examples from countries like Ecuador, Bolivia, Guatemala, and Haiti to illustrate the diverse factors contributing to insurgencies. He argues that these countries need assistance to overcome their challenges, emphasizing the importance of international support and the concept of the "Country Team" in coordinating efforts...
Dates:
1963 Apr 22
Krulak, Victor H.: The Development of the U.S. Counterinsurgency Policy and Doctrine, 1963 Dec 11
File — Box 34, Folder: 23
Identifier: RG-15- File RG15_34_23_01_VR 3390
Scope and Contents
This address by Major General Victor H. Krulak, USMC, Special Assistant to the Director Joint Staff, Joint Chiefs of Staff for Counterinsurgency and Special Activities, discusses the development of United States counterinsurgency policy and doctrine, emphasizing the strategic approach taken by the U.S. to address global insurgency issues, particularly focusing on organization, policies, and doctrines. Krulak highlights the historical context of counterinsurgency, referencing the ancient wisdom of Sun Tzu and connecting it to contemporary strategies aimed at winning conflicts without direct combat, reflecting the Cold War era's avoidance of nuclear confrontation. He outlines the multifaceted nature of insurgency, characterized by economic imbalance, ignorance, political instability, and military vulnerabilities, illustrating how these factors create environments susceptible to insurgent influence.The address acknowledges the challenges faced in recognizing and organizing against the nuanced threat of insurgency. It underscores the necessity of a comprehensive approach involving diplomatic, economic, educational, military, and propaganda efforts, coordinated through a "Country Team" concept, to effectively counter insurgencies.Krulak provides examples from countries like Ecuador, Bolivia, Guatemala, and Haiti, demonstrating the diverse causes of insurgencies and the need for tailored responses. He also discusses the organizational efforts...
Dates:
1963 Dec 11
Lectures: Fleet Battle Tactics, 1886 Apr-May
File — Box 1, Folder: 1
Identifier: MSC-017
Scope and Contents
Lectures on fleet battle tactics written by Mahan in April and May 1886 for the Naval War College. Mahan notes that these lectures were "never revised."
Dates:
1886 Apr-May
Found in:
Naval War College Archives
/
Alfred Thayer Mahan papers
Lectures: Military Strategy of the Campaign of 1796 in Italy, circa 1887
File — Box 1, Folder: 2
Identifier: MSC-017
Scope and Contents
Includes six lectures on Campaign of 1796 in Italy for application to naval strategy given by Mahan at the Naval War College.
Please note that the last line of text is cut off on some of the pages.
Dates:
circa 1887
Found in:
Naval War College Archives
/
Alfred Thayer Mahan papers