A Reunion to Remember: Soldiers, WWII Vets Honor Division’s Legacy
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Separated by time but connected by a lineage of honorable service, five World War II veterans who fought with the 83rd Infantry Divisio
Lessons From the Great War Relevant for Future Fight
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World War I ended over 100 years ago, but it may be one of the most important conflicts to study in preparation for America’s next majo
Webinar Highlights Lessons from George Washington
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Webinar Highlights Lessons from George Washington
Retired Lt. Gen. James Dubik, an Association of the U.S. Army senior fellow, will speak June 8 at a webinar hosted by the association.
Part of AUSA’s Noon Report series, the event will begin at noon Eastern. It is free, but registration is required here.
Merrill’s Marauders Recognized With Gold Medal
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Merrill’s Marauders Recognized With Gold Medal
Nearly eight decades after their heroic actions during World War II, the Army’s famed Merrill’s Marauders were honored May 25 during a virtual Congressional Gold Medal ceremony.
The Marauders “answered the call for the most dangerous missions” and “faced the most brutal conditions in the jungles of Burma,” Army Chief of Staff Gen. James McConville said during the ceremony.
The Lost Art of Spit Shining
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Remember the days when you stepped outside of your barracks room or your military housing quarters, standing tall, looking good, feelin
We Were There: REFORGER Exercises Designed to Counter Soviet Threat
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On the Fourth of July, 1917, American troops of the 1st Infantry Division paraded through the streets of Paris.
Studying History Improves Soldiers’ War Performance
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The conduct of war is a complicated and difficult affair.
Retired Gen. Joulwan Speaks at AUSA Webinar
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Retired Gen. Joulwan Speaks at AUSA Webinar
Retired Gen. George Joulwan, whose Army career spanned 36 years and gave him a front-row seat to history, will speak April 20 during a webinar hosted by the Association of the U.S. Army.
Speaking as part of AUSA’s Thought Leaders series, Joulwan will discuss his new book, Watchman at the Gates: A Soldier’s Journey from Berlin to Bosnia.
Today’s Military Can Learn from Roman Empire
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Today’s Military Can Learn from Roman Empire
The U.S. military can learn from strategies used by the Roman Empire, especially as it hones its focus on great-power competition, according to a new paper published by the Association of the U.S. Army.
In “Modern Problems Require Ancient Solutions: Lessons From Roman Competitive Posture,” author Maj. John Dzwonczyk says the Roman Empire’s longevity was a result of how it shaped perceptions.
Modern Problems Require Ancient Solutions: Lessons From Roman Competitive Posture
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At varying times and with varying validity, Byzantium, the Holy Roman Empire and Russia have all been compared to the Roman Empire or called its successor. The United States is the only modern comparison. Rome was a global power with a Parthian regional rival. The United States is a global power with Chinese and Russian regional rivals. Rome had client states. The United States has formal allies. Rome and the United States each controlled or control the most powerful and effective—though significantly, not the largest—military forces of their times.