Operational Implications of Pivots of Maneuver.

摘要

This monograph examines the concept of pivots of maneuver from the operational perspective. Through an examination of the theories of Jomini, Clausewitz, Triandafillov, Fuller, and Tukhachevskiy five criteria are distilled that form the framework for the study. The criteria are the ability to gain freedom of operational maneuver, the ability to maintain that freedom, the connectivity of the pivots, the logistical infrastructure centered on the pivot and synchronization of joint forces around pivots. The criteria are then examined through historical examples. These examples flesh out the theoretic criteria which are then applied to the current doctrine and discussions generated by the US Army. Finally, future doctrine and concepts are examined in terms of current thought. The monograph concludes that pivots of maneuver are useful to the operational planner. Doctrine and current thought admit the need for an effective framework for operational planning, but offer few specific guidelines.