Argumentative Essay
Write a double spaced, 10-12 page argumentative essay on the topic in section “c” below.
Regardless of page length, all essays are due by COB 7 March 2022.
The essay will include documentation in the form of endnotes or footnotes (but not in-text citations).
The expectation is graduate level work and developing an argument supported by evidence.
Keep in mind that while you may discuss the implications of the essay topic for today’s military, this is a history paper, not just an opinion piece.
You will be assessed on your ability to analyze and use history as a tool for informing professional judgment.
Argumentative Essay Topic Question:
How well suited was the American Way of War for fighting the limited wars that the nation has fought since 1945? What are the implications of your answer for today’s military professionals?
Despite the United States’ economic, technological and military advantages, why did it have an uneven record of victory since 1941? What are the implications of your answer for today’s military professionals?
How successful has the US military been at learning from history since 1945?