ES - The Arthurian Company

[Paul Mitchell]

Estella Flather wrote:
> 
> To the Arthurian Company and all others going to the Gulf War-
> 
> Here are some ideas you might think about regarding melee warfare:
> 
> These are the principals of war listed in the United States Army FM 100-5:

Fun!  So if I may translate into SCA-ese...

> Objective- Direct every military operation toward a clearly defined,
> decisive, and attainable objective.

Know what we're fighting for.
 
> Offensive- Seize, retain, and exploit the initiative.

Be agressive and decisive.
 
> Mass- Mass the effects of overwhelming combat power at the decisive place
> and time.

Hit the enemy where he's open.
 
> Economy of Force- Employ all combat power available in the most effective
> way possible; allocate minimum essential combat power to secondary efforts.

Don't waste energy on showy stuff that won't kill him.
 
> Maneuver- Place the enemy in a position of disadvantage through the
> flexible application of combat power.

Don't just stand still.
 
> Unity of Command- For every objective, seek unity of command and unity of
> effort.

Everybody know who's in charge.
 
> Security- Never permit the enemy to acquire unexpected advantage.

Block his blows.
 
> Surprise- Strike the enemy at a time or place or in a  manner for which he
> is unprepared.

Hit him where he doesn't expect.
 
> Simplicity- Prepare clear, uncomplicated plans and concise orders to ensure
> thorough understanding.

Keep it simple, stupid.
 
> Taken from Armor magazine. May-June 1997 p. 21.
> 
> All of these concepts can be used in an SCA context. Think on it.

Single combat, as well as melees.  Good stuff!
 
>                 In service,
>                 Mistress Stella

- Galen
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