Book Overview
When conscription was eliminated in the early 1970s, the US Army found itself with a very different kind of soldier. While the personality of the Army remained the same, the organization of its higher levels of command and combat formations, and the internal structure of its units underwent major changes under the 'Army of Excellence' program of the 1980s. This book explores the US Army of the late 80s, including the training methods, weapon systems, Reserve Components, organization and uniforms of one of the world's most potent fighting forces. The text is illustrated with numerous photographs and eight colour plates.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0850458552
ISBN13:9780850458558
Release Date:November 1988
Publisher:Osprey Publishing (UK)
Length:64 Pages
Weight:0.50 lbs.
Dimensions:0.2" x 7.3" x 9.9"
Customer Reviews
1 rating
I beg to differ
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 19 years ago
I think that the illustrations were 1st rate. As I was in the Army during the "Army Of Excellence", I thought Mr. Rottman had a couple of good points. But I also think that some of the problems faced by the Officers Corp should of been addressed like the zero defect mentality and the fear of making a mistake by Junior Officers. Also the up and out program that has a very bad effect on the ethical standards of Army Leadership which fosters way too much careerism in my humble ex enlisted man opinion.
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