Task Title Integrate Historical Awareness and Critical Thinking Skills Derived from Military History Methodologies into the Training and Education of Self and Subordinate Leaders TSP 155-297-0010

Terminal Learning Objective Action: Apply knowledge of military history and battle analysis to the professional development of self and subordinate leaders. Conditions: Given study materials for this lesson. Standard: * Selects correct definition of: military history. battle analysis. * Identifies the purpose for the study of military history. * Outlines a recommended approach for studying military history. * Lists the four steps of battle analysis methodology. TSP 155-297-0010

“To be a successful soldier, you must know history.” Role and Use LTG George S. Patton, Jr.: “To be a successful soldier, you must know history.” TSP 155-297-0010

What is Military History? Role and Use What is Military History? The record of all activities of all armed forces (including armies, navies, and air forces) in war and peace. TSP 155-297-0010

Activities Included in the Study of Military History Role and Use Activities Included in the Study of Military History Battles & Campaigns Strategy & Tactics Doctrine & Training Organizations Logistics Military & Society Weapons & Technology Military Leaders TSP 155-297-0010

Types of Military History Role and Use Types of Military History Operational (battles, campaigns, tactics, & planning) Institutional (preparing for war) Biographical (military lives, great & not so great) Social & Technological (context for operations) TSP 155-297-0010

Using Military History Role and Use Using Military History Learn from past experience Understand military concepts Study lives of soldiers in the past Understand doctrinal evolution Broaden knowledge of military subjects Understand leadership issues Learn about strategy & tactics TSP 155-297-0010

Misusing Military History Role and Use Misusing Military History History provides understanding, not proof. History provides insight, not analogy. TSP 155-297-0010

How to Study Military History Role and Use How to Study Military History Start with what is personally interesting. Make study of military history continuous. Create a personal study program, and take advantage of opportunities to learn. TSP 155-297-0010

How to Teach About Military History Role and Use How to Teach About Military History Demonstrate methods of studying military history Determine interests Discuss continuous study Provide guidance for personal study programs Pass the importance on to subordinates Define military history Provide examples of the importance of military history TSP 155-297-0010

Role and Use of Military History in Professional Development Check on Learning: Role and Use of Military History in Professional Development TSP 155-297-0010

Military History and the Basic Battle Analysis Military History and the Conduct of Battle TSP 155-297-0010

What is Battle Analysis? Basic Battle Analysis What is Battle Analysis? A method used by the U.S. Army to provide a systematic approach to the study of battles, campaigns, and other operations. TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis Steps Define the subject. Set the stage. Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis Steps Define the subject. Set the stage. Describe the action. Draw lessons and insights. TSP 155-297-0010

Step 1 -- Define the Subject Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 1 -- Define the Subject TSP 155-297-0010

Step 1--Define the Subject Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 1--Define the Subject (what, where, when, who) Pick a subject appropriate to the level of operations of interest. Select a topic related to the types of lessons desired. TSP 155-297-0010

Step 1--Define the Subject Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 1--Define the Subject (determine sources) Quantity and type of sources (books, articles, and other). Quality of sources (content, bias, and intent). TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis: Step 2 -- Set the Stage Basic Battle Analysis TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Strategic Factors Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Strategic Factors Type of conflict. Objectives of the principal antagonists. Military systems. Previous experience of forces. TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Operational Setting Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Operational Setting Context Objectives Additional factors (alliances, tactics, doctrine, and personalities) TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Tactical Situation Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Tactical Situation Alternatives Area of Operations Weather Terrain TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Compare Forces Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 2--Set the Stage-- Compare Forces Size & composition Technology Logistics C3 Intelligence Doctrine & training Condition & morale Leadership TSP 155-297-0010

Step 3--Describe the Action Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 3--Describe the Action State missions of opposing forces Describe initial disposition of forces Describe opening moves Detail major phases State outcome TSP 155-297-0010

Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights Why did events turn out the way they did? What is relevant about this study to current operations? TSP 155-297-0010

Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights-- Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights-- Cause & Effect Who won? Who lost? What were the constants that affected the outcome? TSP 155-297-0010

Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights-- Basic Battle Analysis Battle Analysis: Step 4--Draw Lessons & Insights-- Military Lessons Principles of War Tenets of Airland Operations Battlefield Operating Systems TSP 155-297-0010

Employing Battle Analysis Basic Battle Analysis Employing Battle Analysis TSP 155-297-0010

Describe Battle Analysis Basic Battle Analysis Describe Battle Analysis to Subordinates Define battle analysis. Use branch & organizational historians and other history sources. Encourage individual soldiers. Determine areas of interest. Ensure access to the general outline for battle analysis methods. TSP 155-297-0010

Battle Analysis Methodology Basic Battle Analysis Check on Learning: Battle Analysis Methodology TSP 155-297-0010

Terminal Learning Objective Action: Apply knowledge of military history and battle analysis to the professional development of self and subordinate leaders. Conditions: Given study materials for this lesson. Standard: * Selects correct definition of: military history. battle analysis. * Identifies the purpose for the study of military history. * Outlines a recommended approach for studying military history. * Lists the four steps of battle analysis methodology. TSP 155-297-0010