Tactics of War [Monday, 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.]
Eighth eyes her lecture notes and awaits the rest of her students to enter the class.
“Good evening.
As you should know, military tactics is the collective name for methods of engaging and defeating an enemy in battle. Changes in philosophy and technology over time have been reflected in changes to military tactics.
Up until the nineteenth century, many military tactics were confined to battlefield concerns, such as how to best maneuver units during combat in open terrain.
In current military thought, tactics comprise the operational use of forces in a particular combat situation. Tactics may be contrasted with military strategy, which is concerned with the overall means and plan for achieving a long-term outcome.
Specialized tactics exist for many situations, ranging from securing a room or individual building, to large-scale operations such as establishing air superiority over a region.
Today, military tactics are employed at all levels of command, from individual and group up to entire armed forces. Indeed, the units used in warfare have always been a reflection of current military tactics, and their size and composition have varied accordingly.
Common military tactics include frontal assaults, attempts to flank the enemy, keeping troops in reserve and the use of ambushes. Often deception in the form of camouflage, or misdirection using decoys, are used to confuse the enemy.
Please read through this handout and start thinking about which tactics you favor the most.
-- Her smile can only be defined as evil. --
In today’s class, I want you to pair up and “role-play” - in a manner of speaking - how you would face off each other in a warring situation. I will be recording your conversations, no need to turn in anything.
There are five fandomy situations, pick one (or more if you wish).
1) Army A is in a valley (and has been stuck there for quite sometime); Army B is on the ridge, invading with superior numbers and superior technology. Both armies are awaiting support via spaceships (and/or their particular air forces, if you prefer to keep it less space-y)
2) Army C has superior technology and a very big ego; Army D knows the terrain better and has greater numbers.
3) Army E is really just one ugly monster creature who keeps getting bigger and bigger the more you fight him; Army F has just barely superior technology and at least five intelligent warriors who have faced off with enemies like this one before.
4) Army G is a replicating force of robotic doom that cannot be stopped or negotiated with; Army H - despite their intelligence and fine weaponry - is losing the battle.
5) Army I has machine guns; Army J has ninjas.
Now get to work, ladies and gentlemen.”
OOC: And if you’re confused, (1) Battle for Serenity Valley, (2) Battle for Endor, (3) Power Rangers…every episode, (4) Asgard vs. the Replicators in ‘Small Victories’ / can double with Cylons vs. Humans, (5) …err…
Also, due to time zone issues and how late I usually post this class in CST, I will make the final notes of attendance and participation by Wednesday evening. ^_^
If there’s an odd man/woman out in the pairing system, you can spar tactics with your esteemed professor or your luminous TA.
“Good evening.
As you should know, military tactics is the collective name for methods of engaging and defeating an enemy in battle. Changes in philosophy and technology over time have been reflected in changes to military tactics.
Up until the nineteenth century, many military tactics were confined to battlefield concerns, such as how to best maneuver units during combat in open terrain.
In current military thought, tactics comprise the operational use of forces in a particular combat situation. Tactics may be contrasted with military strategy, which is concerned with the overall means and plan for achieving a long-term outcome.
Specialized tactics exist for many situations, ranging from securing a room or individual building, to large-scale operations such as establishing air superiority over a region.
Today, military tactics are employed at all levels of command, from individual and group up to entire armed forces. Indeed, the units used in warfare have always been a reflection of current military tactics, and their size and composition have varied accordingly.
Common military tactics include frontal assaults, attempts to flank the enemy, keeping troops in reserve and the use of ambushes. Often deception in the form of camouflage, or misdirection using decoys, are used to confuse the enemy.
Please read through this handout and start thinking about which tactics you favor the most.
-- Her smile can only be defined as evil. --
In today’s class, I want you to pair up and “role-play” - in a manner of speaking - how you would face off each other in a warring situation. I will be recording your conversations, no need to turn in anything.
There are five fandomy situations, pick one (or more if you wish).
1) Army A is in a valley (and has been stuck there for quite sometime); Army B is on the ridge, invading with superior numbers and superior technology. Both armies are awaiting support via spaceships (and/or their particular air forces, if you prefer to keep it less space-y)
2) Army C has superior technology and a very big ego; Army D knows the terrain better and has greater numbers.
3) Army E is really just one ugly monster creature who keeps getting bigger and bigger the more you fight him; Army F has just barely superior technology and at least five intelligent warriors who have faced off with enemies like this one before.
4) Army G is a replicating force of robotic doom that cannot be stopped or negotiated with; Army H - despite their intelligence and fine weaponry - is losing the battle.
5) Army I has machine guns; Army J has ninjas.
Now get to work, ladies and gentlemen.”
OOC: And if you’re confused, (1) Battle for Serenity Valley, (2) Battle for Endor, (3) Power Rangers…every episode, (4) Asgard vs. the Replicators in ‘Small Victories’ / can double with Cylons vs. Humans, (5) …err…
Also, due to time zone issues and how late I usually post this class in CST, I will make the final notes of attendance and participation by Wednesday evening. ^_^
If there’s an odd man/woman out in the pairing system, you can spar tactics with your esteemed professor or your luminous TA.