LTG James M. Gavin: Theory And Influence by Major Edward P. Gavin

Author:Major Edward P. Gavin [Gavin, Major Edward P.]
Language: eng
Format: epub
Tags: History, Military, United States, Europe, General, Germany, Special Forces
ISBN: 9781782895855
Google: zBJvCwAAQBAJ
Publisher: Pickle Partners Publishing
Published: 2014-08-15T05:02:57+00:00

Figure 2: ATFA-1 Infantry Division Recommendation, September 1954.{196}

At a press conference in February 1955, Gavin discussed ongoing tests of the revised ATFA-1 divisional reorganization involving combat commands and battle groups.{197} He declined to offer specific details, but noted the divisions would fight in a “cellular rather than linear” fashion, and included “new development in communications, intelligence gathering, firepower, and above all mobility to keep from concentrating large numbers of men in one spot, and to avoid the old monolithic logistics line from a rear to a forward area.”{198} Gavin’s organizational concepts, then, grew from his experience, theory of future warfare, practical testing and exercises, and dialogue with Ridgway and other senior leaders.

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