Measuring combat effectiveness: a novel method based on two-dimensional frontline advancement rate

★★★★ Accurately measuring combat effectiveness is a cornerstone of military and political science research. Lanchester (1916) laid the foundation for this field with his renowned Lanchester equations, which focus on quantifying casualties based on the number of engaged combatants. These equations have profoundly influenced subsequent research, inspiring numerous variants over the decades. Notable adaptations include... Continua a leggere →

L’OPERAZIONE BRITANNICA “CHARIOT”

★★★ Abstract: Questo saggio analizza in modo approfondito, attraverso fonti britanniche ufficiali e documenti tedeschi inediti, la pianificazione e lo svolgimento dell’audace attacco condotto dalla Marina britannica contro la base navale tedesca di Saint-Nazaire, tra il 27 e il 28 marzo 1942. L’obiettivo principale dell’operazione era la distruzione del grande bacino di carenaggio situato sulla... Continua a leggere →

Fundamentals of carrier tactics

★★ TORPEDO BOMBERS TACTICS If we were forced to fight a World War II carrier battle again, what key concepts, tactics, techniques, procedures, and technologies would give us a marked advantage over the adversary? As already stated in the introduction, seeking an answer to such questions goes beyond historical curiosity. Because all forms of warfare... Continua a leggere →

The Israeli Experience: The Apogee of Blitzkrieg

★★★ 33 minutes "Commanders seize the initiative by acting . Without action, seizing the initiative is impossible. Faced with an uncertain situation, there is a natural tendency to hesitate and gather more information to reduce uncertainty. Waiting and gathering information might reduce uncertainty, but does not eliminate it. Waiting may even increase uncertainty while providing... Continua a leggere →

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