This article, co-authored by several CAPL team members, is published by the Joint Special Operations University Press. In it, the authors explain how the Battle of Little Bighorn endures as a study in the timeless principles of irregular conflict, where mastery of the physical, human, and information dimensions outweighs technological advantage. It serves as a vivid reminder that success in irregular warfare requires adaptability as a vital factor to Special Operations Forces operational achievement.
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Capt. Sean McNulty (right), aide-de-camp to the Mission Command Center of Excellence director, smiles at his wife, Sara, as she pins on his rank during his promotion ceremony from first lieutenant to captain at the MCCoE headquarters, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas, May 18, 2026.
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MCCoE authors André Nelson and Matthew J. Scott, PhD, explore the “critical balance between AI’s computational power and the enduring human-centric qualities of leadership through the lens of Army doctrine” in the May-Jun 2026 edition of Military Review
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Justin Fay, data scientist for MCCoE, assists a student during the capstone assignment as part of the first pilot C2 LOW CODE/NO CODE Basic Builder's Course, May 7, 2026, Fort Leavenworth, Kansas. This 5-day intensive program uses project-based learning to help participants tackle real, unit-specific problems. Most attendees in this iteration are Mission Training Complex instructors who will return to their installations and teach Soldiers how to build data-driven solutions tailored to their exact operational needs.
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The United States Army Combined Arms Doctrine Directorate (CADD) produces the Combined Arms Doctrine Newsletter to facilitate the production and distribution of doctrine. This edition contains updates to doctrine and terminology since the last newsletter, as well as news from the CADD directorates.
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The U.S. Army John F. Kennedy Special Warfare Center and School (USAJFKSWCS), the U.S. Army’s Special Operations Center of Excellence (SOCoE), produces Special Forces, Civil Affairs, and Information Warfare Soldiers while continuously modernizing training, education, and leader development and providing modern tools for our Soldiers to maintain advantage over National Defense Strategy prioritized adversaries.
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New! NCOs are the foundation of our Army, vital to mission success and unit cohesion. It is essential for new NCOs to embrace the mindset shift from Soldier to leader...
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This AAR form is a great way to get feedback from your organization about what parts of your presentation went well and which could use some improvement. (1 page)
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These slides are a great graphical background to go with your presentation. (26 pages)
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The Facilitator's Guide is a great resource on how to effectively present this LPD Kit to your peers. (37 pages)
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This quick start guide will help you get a rundown of everything you will be presenting from this LPD Kit. The estimated preparation is 60 minutes, and delivery time is 56 minutes.
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This physical handout is great to give your organization during your presentation and will give them something they can refer back to if needed.
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This AAR form is a great way to get feedback from your organization about what parts of your presentation went well and which could use some improvement. (1 page)
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These slides are a great graphical background to go with your presentation. (23 slides)
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This Facilitator's Guide is a great resource on how to effectively present this LPD Kit to your peers. (36 pages)
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This quick start guide will help you get a rundown of everything you will be presenting from this LPD Kit.
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NEW! Developing future leaders is a core responsibility of every Army professional, and developmental opportunities occur every day. Check out CAL’s latest LPD kit to seamlessly integrate leader growth into your unit’s regular operations, strengthening team cohesion and readiness.
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