Report (M.S.)--Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. M.S. 1993. / Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 103-105). Also available via the Internet.

Thesis--Freie Universität, Berlin. / Vita. Includes bibliographical references (p. 5-7).

Inaug.-Diss.--Munich. / Vita. Bibliography: p. 310-323.

An examination of the Bellum Gallicum and Bellum Civile of Caesar, and books 21-30 of Livy, with particular reference to battle narratives; this thesis analyses the characterisation of commanders and their soldiers, and the use of soldiers as a moral focus, as part of the creation of causative patterns and explanations within narrative. I: sets out preconceptions and problems in the depiction of soldiers and leaders, and defines the terminology and scope of the argument: it also explains the analytical method of the thesis using Sallust, BC 57-61 as an example. II: On Caesar, BG. Begins with the drawbacks of the 'propagandist' approach: explores topoi of military action and character thematically (markers of bravery/cowardice, portrayal of Romans/enemies, the role of centurions, Caesar/subordinates/enemy leaders). III: On Caesar BC. Examines Caesar's modes of historical explanation in portraying civil war, through discussion of selected sections of the BC (also using comparative material from Cicero's Philippics): the start of the war; the fall of Corfinium; the Ilerda campaign; Curio in Africa; the battle of Pharsalus. Includes a consideration of Caesar's treatment of Labienus. IV (i): Traces narrative explanation on a large scale in Livy 21-3, and sections of 24-5, examining its relation to themes of Roman justification and destiny: observes and comments on parallels with Caesar in the depiction of soldiers and leaders. IV (ii): Continues with analysis of selected episodes, where particular tensions towards the end of the second Punic war condition and complicate narrative explanation: includes a view of the characterisation of Hannibal and Scipio. V A brief summary of the conclusions of the argument, and of its possible consequences and implications in a wider historiographical context.

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Approved for public release; distribution is unlimited. / We model the minimum-cost procurement and allocation of anti-ship cruise missiles to naval combat ships as a two-period stochastic integer program. Discrete scenarios in two periods define "demands" for missiles (i.e., targets and number of missiles required to kill those targets), which must be met with sufficiently high probabilities. After the former combat period, ships may replenish their inventories from a depot if desired and if the available depot inventory suffices. A force commander optimizes ship-to-target assignments to meet demands. The basic model solves slowly, so we add constraints to enforce reasonable operational directives, and add valid inequalities. These improvements reduce the solution time by 95% for the test case. Instances with up to six ships and five scenarios in each period then solve in less than one hour on a 2 GHz personal computer. / Lieutenant Commander, Israel Navy

This research was conducted in association with Naval Warfare Development Command (NWDC) requests to update Unmanned Vehicle Tactical Memorandum TM-3-22- 5-SW. The research identified and discussed significant USV manning considerations such as source ratings and manpower qualities to pilot, operate sensors, support USV electronics, and the manpower implications associated with various weapons systems alternatives. In addition, this research described several existing and notional USV tactics, as well as a discussion about the existing N75 and N76 primary and secondary mission areas USV operations may support. The methodology consisted of a literature review of USV test reports; USV Advanced Concept Technology Demonstration briefs; USV Concept of Operations; fleet lessons learned; the USV tactical memorandum; Naval manpower instructions, and manuals; Weapons Tactical, Field, and Training Manuals; Military Utility Assessments; search of books, magazines, and manpower theses. The research found that determining manpower qualities and standard operating procedures will remain a dynamic process until USV equipment is standardized. The research also showed USV launch and recovery is more manpower intensive than that of a standard RHIB. Gunners Mates (GM) and Aviation Ordnancemen (AO) are potential source ratings to support USV Hellfire and Javelin missile modules. The Navy should establish a GM Navy Enlisted Classification (NEC) to support Hellfire and Javelin or add these weapons to existing GM NECs. Electronics Technicians (ET), Fire Controlmen (FC), and Fire Control Technicians (FT) are potential source ratings for USV electrical/electronic support. FC and FT are potential source ratings to support the Remote Operated Small Arms Mount. This research found additional warfighting capabilities can be gained by equipping surface warfare vessels with USV's without any negative effects to primary or secondary warfare missions. Overall, USVs enhanced designed capabilities of Naval warships and directly support a capabilities based Navy.

Thesis (M.S. in Systems Technology (Space Systems Operations)--Naval Postgraduate School, September 1990. / Thesis Advisor(s): Jones, Carl R. Second Reader: Boger, Dan C. "September 1990." Description based on title screen as viewed on December 17, 2009. DTIC Identifier(s): Combat Support, Space Based, Space Warfare, Ground Based, NSWA(National Space Warfighting Architecture), Architecture, Reconnaissance, Strategic Reconnaissance, Space Surveillance, Warfighting Capabilities, Tactical Warfare, Naval Warfare, Space Systems, Missions, Theses. Author(s) subject terms: Space Warfare, Space-based Combat Support, Space Warfighting Architecture. Includes bibliographical references (p. 183-188). Also available in print.

Report (M.S.)--Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University. M.S. 1992. / Vita. Abstract. Includes bibliographical references (leaves 135-136). Also available via the Internet.

Thesis (M.S. in Management)--Naval Postgraduate School, December 1990. / Thesis Advisor(s): Crawford, Alice ; Roberts, Benjamin. "December 1990." Description based on title screen as viewed on March 31, 2010. DTIC Identifier(s): Leadership Training, Management Planning And Control, Officer Personnel, Naval Personnel, Naval Warfare, Quality Control, TQM (Total Quality Management), Quality Management, TQM, Total Quality Management, Theses. Author(s) subject terms: Total Quality Leadership, Leadership, Management and Education Training, Command Excellence Program. Includes bibliographical references (p. 91-95). Also available in print.