Where online can i learn the concept of the basic millitary "flanking" manouvere?

Question

Without joining the military of course.

Answer 1

The flanking maneuvre is a classic Roman tactic. Greek armies at the time used the phalanx tactic, a classic one at the time. Roman legions used multiple tactics to defeat classical greek maneuvers to defeat any army of its time. Romans separated and attacked their attackers from both sides, something the Greeks couldn't handle. Most enemies used classical configurations to counter Roman armies, and the Romans tore them to bits with significantly smaller armies. Julius Caesar conquered the whole of asia minor with only half a Roman Legion. That's 3,000 men trained to use multiple tactics.

Answer 2

a flanking maneuver, also called a flank attack, is an attack on the sides of an opposing force. If a flanking maneuver were to succeed, the opposing force would be surrounded from two or more directions, which significantly reduces the maneuverability of the outflanked force. As flanks are usually the weaker part of an army, flanking gives the attacker an advantage on the psychological condition or the practical condition of an army, depending on the situation.

The flanking maneuver is one of the most basic tactics used in battles. There are two types of flanking: In the first type, the principle of the flanking maneuver is to be sudden and able to catch the enemy by surprise, causing the enemy to overreact or retreat when they are surrounded from a few directions. Usually this type of flanking is concealed in an ambush.

The second type is obvious and transparent, and thus gives the enemy a chance to prepare. A typical example will be a platoon encountering an isolated enemy combat outpost. Taking fire from the combat outpost, the platoon commander may decide to flank. In this case, one third to two thirds of his platoon may remain in position and "fix" the enemy with suppressive fire. This prevents the enemy from retreating or reorienting to a new threat. The remainder of the platoon will advance discretely to the flanks of the enemy, before destroying the enemy in rushes. Because of the possibility of fratricide, coordination is very important.

The most effective form of flanking maneuver is the double-envelopment that involves simultaneous flanking from both ends of the line of battle. The most classic example of this is Hannibal's victory over the Roman armies at the Battle of Cannae.

To avoid being flanked, a unit could be sent to scout and engage the enemy flanking unit before the enemy reached its target.

While flanking is usually seen in land battles, it is also widely used in naval battles An example of pre-modern flanking maneuver usage in sea was in the Battle of Salamis, where the Greek navy managed to outflank the Persian navy and won a decisive victory. In late 18th century and early 19th century, a type of enfilade called Crossing the T was often used in naval battles.

Answer 3

Study the movements of Attila the Hun--"Leadership Qualities of Attila the Hun" through the 14th century manuevers of William Wallace of Scotland. You can also study the techniques of General George S. Patton and how he used his tanks at will to outflank Rommel in Africa. There are many examples of this basic move throughout history. Take a trip to the library.

Answer 4

The flanking manouver is that you move your forces to one or both of the enemys flanks (sides). This gives you a great advantage over him. It lets you either attack less of his forces with more of your and thus gaining an local advantage or it lets you take your forces into the enemys vournable rear and cut of his supply roats or take his headquarters. Johan

Answer 5

Get the book The Art of War by Tsun Tsu. All of the U.S. military acadamies have it as required reading. I think you will like it.

Answer 6

In short, get a copy of the "Ranger Handbook" and you'll find all of your answers. Half of everything you need to know in the Army is common sense; the other half is in the Ranger Handbook.

Answer 7

search on google.