On Point: The United States Army In Operation I... Apr 2026

is a comprehensive historical study and after-action review (AAR) commissioned by then-Army Chief of Staff General Eric K. Shinseki. It provides a detailed account of the U.S. Army's performance during the initial phase of the Iraq War, covering the period from the initial invasion in March 2003 through May 1, 2003. 📘 Key Content Overview

: Analyzes the evolution of the Army since the First Gulf War, detailing the preparation, mobilization, and deployment processes required for the campaign. On Point: The United States Army in Operation I...

: Focuses on the quality and adaptability of individual soldiers as the primary driver of victory. On Point: The United States Army in Operation Iraqi Freedom is a comprehensive historical study and after-action review

: Uses hundreds of interviews and personal narratives to describe everything from platoon-level gunfights to large-scale logistical hurdles. Army's performance during the initial phase of the

The book is structured to provide insights at the strategic, operational, and tactical levels of war.