United States Army Corps of Engineers

experiencing rapid changes in the security sector and this has alarmed the United States Army to seek various ways through which it can transform itself to meet the global security needs. More operations have been carried out in the previous decade and therefore this is a clear evidence that global environment is changing and even tighter operations shall be required in the near future. In this regard, the position of the US Army could be best understood using the contemporary operational…

The United Sates Army formed in 1775 when the need for a militia arose during the Revolutionary War. The necessity for such service is the result of the population’s need for defense and protection. Like many occupations, the Army serves the civilian population’s needs through protection and defense. What makes the Army a true profession though, is a unique set of standards and ethical values that embody each person that accepts the calling to serve for the country. These standards come from…

The path to independence for American Rebels would not be an easy one. From the view of militaries, many historians rank the British army as one of the best in the world. How could a motley crew of misfit, part time American soldiers take down this enemy? Three ideas can help understand how America could stand up against the British regulars and win their freedom. One such idea would be French help. Without their assistance, this war probably would have ended earlier and nothing would have…

A veteran comes back from the war in Vietnam. Some people thank him for his services and some people dishonor him for what he did in the war.Many people treat veterans with disrespect because of what they did during their time in combat or even what they did when they came back. Returning veterans or people get treated with either honor, mental help, or with disrespect but mostly disrespect and mental help. Odysseus thinks he will be accepted walking in the castle he once lived in but, he has a…

at the time. Through Pyle and Fowler’s different political views but a common desire for Phuong, The Quiet American reflects an overall atmosphere in Vietnam. In 1950s, many countries and areas were formerly under European political control. United States entered into the Indochina War to prevent Vietnam becomes a communist country like a Soviet Union. Soldiers…

Bharat Forge was started in 1961 by Baba Kalyani, an MIT trained engineer who wanted to put India on the map for manufacturing. He had a bold vision that the future of Indian manufacturing would be driven by sophisticated production rather than muscle power. He made a bold move to change most of his blue collared workers to white collared ones and investing heavily in automating his plant. Suzlon is a textile industry started by Tulsi Tanti in the year 1992. Initially Suzlon went from being a…

Armies that win are superior to those which run away. They have greater advantage and far stronger morale. So, In business, do not underestimate the power of motivation. Leading people to wins, even small ones, will increase morale and lead to more wins…

Honor, courage and commitment, the core values of the Marines, define how every Marine in the Corps thinks, acts and fights. Honor is the foundation of a Marine’s character. A Marine never lies, cheats, or steals and always stands by an adamant code of integrity. Courage is the mental, moral, and physical strength embedded in every Marine. This is what allows Marines to remain calm while presented with fear. Moral courage means having the inner strength to stand up for what is right and to…

Management and Leadership Comparison Introduction In the Army, behavior is governed by a strict set of rules and regulations. The military has shaped my leadership and management style. The Holy Spirit has worked in my life to transform my weakness into strengths to become a better Soldier and leader. This paper discusses the influence of leadership, leadership principles, and strategies for management and leadership development. Influences of Leadership Employee job satisfaction and performance…

Reduction I Pledge Allegiance by Chris Lynch is a phenomenal book. The book is about four friends, Ivan, Morris, Beck and Rudi.ow they pledge to another to do certain things and it helps them look out for one another. Rudi gets a draft letter from the army and the rest of them sign up with him in the four different branches to go to Vietnam. The story follows Morris and the struggles he had during the war and how he didn’t want to shoot the guns from the vessel. Morris realizes what war is…