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As the Army tackles the problem of how to correctly modernize the force through TiC and TiC 2.0, I am reminded of the book, "Engineers of Victory" by Paul Kennedy. Within it, Kennedy tells the development tales to many legendary feats achieved in WW2. These stories include the the harrowing nightmare that led to the inception of the Liberty Ship, the sorry of the nearly scrapped P-51 Mustang, and the solution of how to successfully conduct an amphibious invasion, a concept abandoned by most nations due to catastrophic failures of past amphibious invasion attempts. These are stories of how "the middle men of the Army," the field grades, developed solutions to problems that allowed the allies to win the war. It is the best book i have ready in over 10 years and I cannot recommend it strongly enough. It is a tale of those that breathed life into the concepts that became legend, and is a tale that could inspire a generation of innovators within our profession today.

Bill Alert! US Senate Bill S 4100 - Honoring Veterans' Legacies and Burial Benefits Enhancements Act Status: Bill Introduced Full Details: https://lnkd.in/e5Ghfvdp Bill 118 s 4100, also known as the Honoring Veterans' Legacies and Burial Benefits Enhancements Act, is a piece of legislation currently being considered by the US Congress. The main purpose of this bill is to enhance burial benefits for veterans and their families. One of the key provisions of the bill is the expansion of burial benefits for veterans who have served in the military. This includes providing additional financial assistance for fu...

Here's a great article on how technological fluency impacts warfare. This new generation of Soldiers/Civilians come from unconvential backgrounds. Their innovation and creativity have been imperative in the Ukrainians ability to maintain their front lines and add new perspective to what constitutes the "theater of war." Very excited to be working with the US Army Research Institute to develop our Soldiers for the Future Operating Environment (FOE). https://archive.ph/l6m8H

Not sure where to begin your WWII veteran research? What I teach also applies to WWI, Korea and Vietnam. Pick up a copy of my book "Research a Veteran" and get started today with documenting your family's veteran stories. This book is perfect for kids and homeschoolers to start researching their veterans too! Description: Have you wondered if there were other sources to help you tell your veteran’s story? I developed a two-part strategy to help people research any veteran from any military branch in any 20th century war. This workbook and journal provides you with that strategy and plenty of checklists, instructions, writing prompts, and pages to record up to five of your family’s veteran’s information so you can write your stories. Are you ready to find answers, closure, and peace in your family’s military history? If so, this workbook and journal is for you. This workbook also is an excellent resource for homeschool families wishing to learn more about their patriotic past. https://lnkd.in/gAP4gYi7

Principles of War - written on a small piece of paper on Nimitz desk in Hawaii during WWII: Objective Offensive Mass Economy of Force Maneuver Unity of Command Security Surprise Simplicity https://lnkd.in/evc3Cbam

If you're interested in the interplay between science and military power, I highly recommend this book. It's an essential resource for Guardians at all levels, providing valuable insights into how our partnerships with academia can give us an edge in the warfighting domain. Check it out! #ScienceAndMilitary #WarfightingDomain #AcademicPartnerships

So many people think if you have the military service file (OMPF) that you have someone's entire story. No, you don't. But it's a great puzzle piece to help you build the foundation in order to obtain other records. I explain this in my new article. https://lnkd.in/gCCeWX73

Unidentified Soldiers Of The 33rd United States Colored Troops The 33rd was organized on January 31, 1863, or February 8, 1864, as 1st South Carolina Volunteers Colored Infantry. Attached to U. S. Forces, Port Royal Island, South Carolina, 10th Corps, Dept. of the South, to April, 1864. Mustered out January 31, 1866 "No officer in this regiment now doubts that the key to the successful prosecution of this war lies in the unlimited employment of black troops. Their superiority lies simply in the fact that they know the country, while white troops do not, and, moreover, that they have peculiarities of temperament, position, and motive which belong to them alone. Instead of leaving their homes and families to fight they are fighting for their homes and families, and they show the resolution and sagacity which a personal purpose gives. It would have been madness to attempt, with the bravest white troops, what I have successfully accomplished with the black ones. Everything, even to the piloting of the vessels and the selection of the proper points for cannonading, was done by my own soldiers." — Excerpt from February 1, 1863 report by Colonel T. W. Higginson, commander of the First Regiment South Carolina Volunteers (Union) after the January 23 - February 1, 1863 Expedition from Beaufort South Carolina, up the Saint Mary’s River in Georgia and Florida. Some people think these men were forced to go to war. But make no mistake: Many did it because they were brave, wanted to protect their families and country, and hoped to be respected for their actions. #memorialday2024 #blackhistory365 #blackhistoryisamericanhistory Credit: American Black History - Old Photos

Veterans Collaborative is proud to recognize and elevate the service and sacrifice of our military children. Many military kids across the country are preparing for new schools, new friends, new sports, and new experiences. It's challenging, but community makes it easier. Here are some tips shared by guest contributor, Stephanie Rundle, MA, author of the 𝘈𝘤𝘢𝘥𝘦𝘮𝘪𝘤 𝘊𝘰𝘰𝘬𝘣𝘰𝘰𝘬, that can help. You've got this! 💥

As I continue to work on my book, one of the hardest parts I've encountered is choosing the title. I didn't expect it to be as challenging as it has been. Recently, I sat down with a few military buddies and brainstormed some ideas. Here are a few of our top contenders: Beyond the Uniform - Navigating Life After Service Warriors in Transition - Charting a New Course in Civilian Life From Battlefields to Boardrooms - Mastering the Transition Mission Accomplished - A Guide to Successful Military Transition Serving Again - The Next Chapter After Military Service The Civilian Campaign - A Soldier's Guide to Post-Service Success Unarmed but Unstoppable - Thriving Beyond Military Service Marching Forward - Transitioning with Purpose and Confidence After the Salute - Navigating the Civilian Landscape The Veteran's Playbook - Winning Strategies for Life After Service Now, I just need to ensure none of these titles are already in use and then begin the process of selecting the perfect one.