Analysis of Operations Cobra and the Falaise Gap Maneuvers in World War II

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Abstract:

The study presents a review of Operation cobra and the Falaise Gap maneuvers which were conducted by Allied forces against the Germans in France during July and August 1944. General of the Army Omar N. Bradleys role in planning and executing these operations is analyzed. The author examines the development of strategy and discusses the principles of war most responsible for the outcome of the operations.

Author(s):
Granier, Thomas R.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.
Supplementary Note:
DOI: 10.21236/ADA156116
Pagination:
0048

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Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-85-0965
Monitor Series:
ACSC
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_3_Force Application; JCA_3.1_Maneuver; JCA_3.1.1_Maneuver to Engage; JCA_3.1.2_Maneuver to Insert; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_3.2_Engagement; JCA_3.2.1_Kinetic Means; JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_4.7.2_Installation Services; JCA_4.7_Base and Installations Support; JCA_1.1_Force Management; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_7.2.1_Mitigate Lethal Effects; JCA_7.2_Mitigate; JCA_7_Protection; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.2.3_Build the Capabilities and Capacities of Partners and Institutions; JCA_8.2_Shape
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*LAND WARFARE, *MILITARY STRATEGY, STRATEGIC ANALYSIS, JOINT MILITARY ACTIVITIES, FRANCE, HISTORY, ARMY, ARMY OPERATIONS, MILITARY COMMANDERS, GERMANY(EAST AND WEST)
Field(s)/Group(s):
Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
COBRA OPERATION, FALAISE GAP, WORLD WAR 2, BRADLEY ON
Report Date:
1985 Apr 01