This study seeks to clarify the nature of light infantry. General characteristics of light infantry forces are identified, and an analysis of how light forces o

This study seeks to clarify the nature of light infantry. General characteristics of light infantry forces are identified, and an analysis of how light forces o

The real nature of the term "light infantry" has been subject to much debate. Is it mainly a function of its organization, operating without organic, heavy equi

There were no marching bands welcoming home returning troops from Vietnam, no ticker-tape parades for its heroes and no celebrations in Time Square. Instead, re