Change 1 to Field Manual 3-0: The Way the Army Fights Today by Lieutenant General Robert L. Caslen, Jr., U.S. Army. Change 1 to FM 3-0 advances the concept of mission command beyond mere philosophy to make it a catalyst for change in the Army.
Military Theory, Strategy, and Praxis by Jacob W. Kipp, Ph.D., and Lieutenant Colonel Lester W. Grau, Ph.D., U.S. Army, Retired. We must have a relevant theory and comprehensive strategy that goes beyond the military dimension.
Fighting to Understand: A Practical Example of Design at the Battalion Level by Lieutenant Colonel Pat Proctor, U.S. Army. The 2nd Battalion, 32nd Field Artillery Regiment's combat operations in Iraq from 2009 to 2010 offer a case study in the application of design to a real world problem.
A Practical Guide to Design: A Way to Think About It, and a Way to Do It by Lieutenant Colonel Celestino Perez, Jr., Ph.D., U.S. Army. The Army's approach to design offers commanders a new way to lead forces in a world of irregularities, surprises, and fleeting opportunities.
How Emotional Intelligence Can Make a Difference by Gerald F. Sewell. The Army's comprehensive fitness programs must include awareness and training in emotional intelligence.
Rebuilding Afghanistan's National Security Forces: Fighting Asymmetry with Symmetry by Major Juan P. Nava, U.S. Army. Mexico will not fail despite serious economic challenges, increasing voter apathy, and an ongoing struggle with transnational criminal organizations.
The Way Out of Afghanistan by Bing West. America's warrior ethos is being diluted by employing counterinsurgency theory in Afghanistan; it is time to transition fully to an advisor role that can invigorate Afghan security forces.
Beyond Reconciliation: Developing Faith, Hope, Trust, and Unity in Iraq by Major Nathan Minami, U.S. Army, Colonel David Miller, U.S. Army, Lieutenant Colonel Michael Davey, U.S. Army, and Mr. Anthony Swalhah. Creating local and regional unity movements in multiple areas across Iraq will help foster democracy.
The Coming Test of U.S. Credibility by Amitai Etzioni. How the United States responds to challenges by Iran and North Korea has strong implications for its credibility.