Deep Battle In World War I: The British 1918 Offensive In Palestine

Nonfiction, History, Military, World War I, Germany, British
Cover of the book Deep Battle In World War I: The British 1918 Offensive In Palestine by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN, Verdun Press
View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart
Author: LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN ISBN: 9781786250230
Publisher: Verdun Press Publication: November 6, 2015
Imprint: Verdun Press Language: English
Author: LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
ISBN: 9781786250230
Publisher: Verdun Press
Publication: November 6, 2015
Imprint: Verdun Press
Language: English

Maneuver Warfare Theory achieved major acceptance during the 1980’s, emphasizing the conduct of simultaneous offensive operations throughout the depth of the battlefield. With the victory of Coalition forces during Operation DESERT STORM, the “deep battle” theory gained instant credibility and the emphasis on “joint” operations reached a fever pitch. Yet, too often analysts have only used the war in Kuwait to prove or refute these operational concepts. All theories require more than one case study to validate or nullify their precepts. Other historical examples need to be examined using the model of maneuver warfare to give greater support for this theory.

While the First World War is often characterized by the futile attrition of the Western Front in France, many exceptional operational offensives were also conducted. The British September 1918 offensive in Palestine is a superb example of the proper application of combat forces at the operational level. General Edmund Allenby’s use of regular army units, armored cars, cavalry, airpower and irregulars led to a major victory that hastened the collapse of Turkey and the Central Powers. Long before mechanized forces and maneuver theory had been developed, British Imperial forces executed an operational design stressing many elements of deep battle theory.

By examining the British offensive using the paradigm of maneuver warfare, additional evidence can be generated to add credence to the theory. The importance of the synergistic effect of combat arms when applied jointly is also shown. Maneuver theory must be better understood if this paradigm is used to create doctrine for the employment of the Armed Forces of the United States.

View on Amazon View on AbeBooks View on Kobo View on B.Depository View on eBay View on Walmart

Maneuver Warfare Theory achieved major acceptance during the 1980’s, emphasizing the conduct of simultaneous offensive operations throughout the depth of the battlefield. With the victory of Coalition forces during Operation DESERT STORM, the “deep battle” theory gained instant credibility and the emphasis on “joint” operations reached a fever pitch. Yet, too often analysts have only used the war in Kuwait to prove or refute these operational concepts. All theories require more than one case study to validate or nullify their precepts. Other historical examples need to be examined using the model of maneuver warfare to give greater support for this theory.

While the First World War is often characterized by the futile attrition of the Western Front in France, many exceptional operational offensives were also conducted. The British September 1918 offensive in Palestine is a superb example of the proper application of combat forces at the operational level. General Edmund Allenby’s use of regular army units, armored cars, cavalry, airpower and irregulars led to a major victory that hastened the collapse of Turkey and the Central Powers. Long before mechanized forces and maneuver theory had been developed, British Imperial forces executed an operational design stressing many elements of deep battle theory.

By examining the British offensive using the paradigm of maneuver warfare, additional evidence can be generated to add credence to the theory. The importance of the synergistic effect of combat arms when applied jointly is also shown. Maneuver theory must be better understood if this paradigm is used to create doctrine for the employment of the Armed Forces of the United States.

More books from Verdun Press

Cover of the book Roots Of Soviet Victory: The Application Of Operational Art On The Eastern Front, 1942-1943 by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Marshal Ferdinand Foch, His Life and His Theory of Modern War by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Merrill’s Marauders: Combined Operations In Northern Burma In 1944 [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book ANTWERP TO GALLIPOLI - A Year of the War on Many Fronts - and Behind Them [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Zoomies, Subs And Zeros by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book FLYING FURY: Five Years In The Royal Flying Corps [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book German Northern Theater of Operations 1940-1945 [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Betio Beachhead by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Revolt In Paradise by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Sherman And Nimitz: Examples Of Modern Information Operations by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book The Road To Stalingrad by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book Beans, Bullets, and Black Oil - The Story of Fleet Logistics Afloat in the Pacific During World War II by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book United States Army in WWII - the Pacific - Strategy and Command: the First Two Years by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book The Scots Guards in the Great War 1914-1918 [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
Cover of the book The Australian Victories In France In 1918 [Illustrated Edition] by LCDR Paul A. Povlock USN
We use our own "cookies" and third party cookies to improve services and to see statistical information. By using this website, you agree to our Privacy Policy