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    General Logistics Paradigm: A Study Of The Logistics Of Alexander, Napoleon, And Sherman
    General Logistics Paradigm: A Study Of The Logistics Of Alexander, Napoleon, And Sherman
    General Logistics Paradigm: A Study Of The Logistics Of Alexander, Napoleon, And Sherman
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    General Logistics Paradigm: A Study Of The Logistics Of Alexander, Napoleon, And Sherman

    By Captain R. Alan Hardemon USAF

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    This study examines the campaigns of Alexander the Great, Napoleon Bonaparte and William T. Sherman. By analyzing the influences of the logistics policies and practices employed during these campaigns common underlying logistics principles are identified. The resultant logistics principles are then codified into a logistics paradigm to be used when developing and managing operational level logistics.

    Using an analysis schema that employs inductive reasoning, principles of historical analysis and critical thinking, each of the three campaigns is analyzed to identify events of interest. The events of interest are specific occurrences during the campaign when what occurred was directly influenced by logistics or logistics, policies and practices were influenced by what occurred. Using a modified version of the Threads of Continuity approach to the study of history, four key logistics principles are identified: centralized control/decentralized execution, flexibility, the proper application of technology, and understand the environment.

    The four principles are then codified into a general logistics paradigm. The viability and the application of the paradigm are discussed. Additionally, previous logistics principles from different authors are described and compared to the paradigm offered in this thesis.
    LanguageEnglish
    PublisherTannenberg Publishing
    Release dateNov 6, 2015
    ISBN9781786252807
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      General Logistics Paradigm - Captain R. Alan Hardemon USAF

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      Text originally published in 1998 under the same title.

      © Pickle Partners Publishing 2015, all rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system or transmitted by any means, electrical, mechanical or otherwise without the written permission of the copyright holder.

      Publisher’s Note

      Although in most cases we have retained the Author’s original spelling and grammar to authentically reproduce the work of the Author and the original intent of such material, some additional notes and clarifications have been added for the modern reader’s benefit.

      We have also made every effort to include all maps and illustrations of the original edition the limitations of formatting do not allow of including larger maps, we will upload as many of these maps as possible.

      GENERAL LOGISTICS PARADIGM: A STUDY OF THE LOGISTICS OF ALEXANDER, NAPOLEON, AND SHERMAN

      R. Alan Hardemon, BS

      Captain, USAF

      TABLE OF CONTENTS

      Contents

      TABLE OF CONTENTS 4

      Acknowledgements 5

      Abstract 7

      I. Introduction 8

      Background 8

      Problem Statement 9

      Investigative Questions 9

      Definition of How the Campaigns Will Be Analyzed. 9

      Identification of Events of Interest. 9

      Commonalties Between the Events of Interest. 9

      Explanation of the Resultant Logistics Paradigm. 10

      Assessment of the Resultant Paradigm’s Applicability. 10

      Importance of Research 10

      Summary 10

      II. Methodology 12

      Research Design 14

      Research Method 16

      III. Discussion 17

      Alexander the Great 17

      Generalism and Military Professionalism. 17

      Military Theory and Doctrine, Strategy, Tactics. 17

      Administration and Technology. 20

      Social. Political and Economic Factors. 20

      Napoleon Bonaparte 21

      Generalism and Military Professionalism. 21

      Military Theory and Doctrine, Strategy, Tactics. 21

      Administration and Technology. 24

      Social, Political and Economic Factors. 24

      William T. Sherman 25

      Generalism and Military Professionalism. 25

      Military Theory and Doctrine, Strategy, Tactics. 26

      Administration and Technology. 27

      Social, Political and Economic Factors. 29

      IV. Analysis 30

      Generalism and Military Professionalism 30

      Military Theory and Doctrine, Strategy, Tactics 31

      Administration and Technology 33

      Social, Political and Economic Factors 34

      V. Conclusions 36

      Centralized control, Decentralized Execution 36

      Flexibility 37

      Proper Application of Technology 38

      Understand the Environment 39

      Other Views on Logistics Principles 41

      Application of the Logistics Paradigm 42

      REQUEST FROM THE PUBLISHER 44

      Bibliography 45

      Vita 47

      ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS

      The purpose of this research is to first and foremost contribute to the existing research on the topic of military logistics. The first fact I became aware of in performing my research for this thesis was the relative lack of substantive work in the field of military logistics. It is my sincere hope that my thesis can in some way contribute to the further study of military logistics or at least inspire others to contribute their efforts in this area of study.

      The second major goal I had was to produce some useful bit of knowledge as a result of my efforts. I have always despised to do lists and feel that they not only limit creativity but give the dangerous impression that if all the items on the to do list are accomplished, success is guaranteed. Anyone who has had the pleasure of living in the real world realizes that the only to do list that ensures success is the list whose first item is be successful. Obviously such a list is incredibly reliable and equally useless. By suggesting a way of thinking and approaching problems, I feel my logistics paradigm is specific enough to be useful yet broad enough to be applied to a variety of situations.

      It would be impossible to individually thank all those without whose help I could have never completed this thesis. However, there are those who I feel must be mentioned and thanked for their constant support and help in making this thesis a reality.

      First and foremost, I would like to thank God for I truly believe anything of worth accomplished in this life is due to His direct assistance. I would like to thank my wife and best friend, Lona, for her tireless support and patience. I would like to thank my 28 month old son Andrew for his impromptu editing of any of my work I left unattended. I would also like to thank my infant son Ian who was born sometime between the completion of Chapter II and Chapter III. He’ll never know how much his love for long naps was appreciated.

      I would like to thank the entire faculty and staff of the Air Force Institute of Technology. In particular I would like to thank Major Bill Scott who assisted my academic efforts in a variety of ways. Your sound advice, thoughtful instruction and willingness to not only talk but also listen were greatly appreciated. I would also like to thank Dr. David K. Vaughan who I, unfortunately, was able to have as an instructor only twice. However, during the span of those two classes I feel I learned more about what it means to be a professional from Dr. Vaughan than I did in my previous six years in the Air Force. I would be remiss if I did not also thank Major Alan Johnson who is the smartest guy I have ever met. His ability to teach the most demanding courses in such a way that even mathematical dullards such as myself could understand them was appreciated by the entire student body.

      I would like to thank the United States Air Force for all the wonderful opportunities it has provided me. I would especially like to thank Lieutenant Colonel Frank V. Avent, Colonel Robert H. MacMahon and Brigadier General Sharla J. Cook who have in very positive ways touched my career. A special thanks goes out to Captains Craig Campbell

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