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The Vienna Battle of 1683

Essay Instructions:

Tasks

  • Write 1000  to 1250-word “Battle Analysis” paper on battle from the list
  • Based on books and articles

   - yes, you must use Swett Library in Snow Hall

   - on-line alone does not meet standards

   - be wary of Wikipedia

  • Write in proper English
  • MS Word:

   - 1” margins all around

   - Times New Roman / 12 Font / 2x spaced

   - Left-aligned header of each page lists last, first name, and course number

   - Page numbers centered bottom header

  • Due 1 week
  • Pass/Fail grading 

Pick a Battle and Read Closely

  • Conduct Battle Analysis on:The Battle of Vienna, 1683 (Sobieski)
  • Focus on Field Artillery (FA) and the Winning side (I believe the battle started on the DEFENSIVE side then transitioned to the OFFENSIVE side)

Your Battle Analysis Paper

  • Focus on Field Artillery (FA) and the Winning side (I believe the battle started on the DEFENSIVE side then transitioned to the OFFENSIVE side)
  • 3 Parts: The Battle of Vienna, 1683 (Sobieski)

   - 5-paragraph operation order you will create (See Attachment 2 Template)

   - Assessment of historical actor’s actions in terms of your 5-paragraph operation order

     (Must be 2 pages long / See questions & put into essay format in your own words)

   - References 2 have been provided (mandatory) / find 2 additional references (Need 4 total) be wary of Wikipedia 

5-Paragraph Operation Order

(Everything that must be included / See attachment 2 Template) 

  • Paragraph 1: SITUATION

   - Enemy Forces

  • Composition, disposition, strength
  • Capabilities & limitations in DRAW-DG format: defend, reinforce, attack withdraw, delay, gas (CBRNE)
  • Most-Likely Course of Action (MLCOA)
  • Most-Dangerous Course of Action (MDCOA)

   - Friendly Forces

  • Adjacent units (locations and echelon)
  • Supporting units (non-organic that may affect outcome)
  • Attachments / detachment (locations and time)

   - Civil/Terrain Considerations

  • Paragraph 2: MISSION

   - Clear statement of commander’s intent

  • Who
  • What (try to focus on operational level - BDE and EAB if possible; if unavailable, tactical OK)
  • Where
  • When
  • Why
  • Paragraph 3: EXECUTION

   - Scheme of maneuver

   - Fire support plan

   - Exploitation

   - Desired end state

   - Coordination instructions among units

  • Paragraph 4: ADMINISTRATION/LOGISTICS

   - Bad guys and bandages

   - Beans, bullets and batteries

  • Paragraph 5: COMMAND

   - Special signal instructions (brevity codes, radio silence, comm plan)

   - Location of commander / Tactical Command Post (TCP), Main Command Post (MCP),

     Support Area Command Post (SACP) 

Assessment of 5-Paragraph Operation Order

(Must be 2 pages long / Essay format in your own words)

 Task: Analyze your specific Battle or engagement.

- Analysis must include (1) What was supposed to happen (2) What happened (3) Lessons Learned (Focus on Lessons Learned from a fire support perspective)

- Demonstrate the ability to conduct systematic disciplined analysis of military history and draw lessons relevant to tomorrow’s  battles.

  • How well / poorly did historical actors execute / use the 5-paragraph operation order that you created for them prior to the battle?
  • What 3 main factors accounted for mission success / failures?
  • What unresolved how / why (not what) question about mission / failure remains?
  • What is the question that you can answer to provide lesson learned about this battle? 

References

(These 2 are mandatory / Find 2 additional)

Millar, S., & Dennis, P. (2013). Vienna 1683: Christian Europe repels the Ottomans. Osprey.

Stoye, J. (2007). Siege of Vienna: The last great trial between Cross & Crescent. Pegasus Books.

5-Paragraph Operation Order 

  • 3Cs and T

   - Clear

   - Concise

   - Correct

   - Timely

  • Never sacrifice clarity for brevity
  • Abbreviations OK if common terms
  • Avoid technical expressions / jargons
  • NO passive voice

 Writing Help

  • Grammar checklist and passive Voice Buster
  • No more than 3 typos/grammar errors/passive voice per page - redo until standard met
  • Peer review, early and often

   - Footnote page 1 ack’ing your peer reviewers

  • Don’t plagiarize
  • Format for footnotes

   - Book: John Smith, Title (Publisher City: Publisher name, year), page numbers.

   - Article: John Smith, “Title” Journal Name Vol/Ed # (YEAR), page numbers. 

 


Essay Sample Content Preview:

TheBattle of Vienna 1683 (Sobieski)
Student Full Name
Course Class ##
Instructor Name
Date

Introduction

The Ottomans explored and conquered Europe during the 16th and 17th centuries. At the time, the Ottoman Empire was the superpower, along with Poland, Spain, and France. Being primarily Muslims, the Ottomans desired religious harmony throughout the territory they had conquered. In other words, the Ottomans sought to spread Islam throughout Europe. Therefore, failure by any territory to submit to its demand resulted in coercion through war. The Viennese were an obstacle to achieving its desire to conquer the Holy Roman Empire, so they were first defeated. Regarding the case, Grand Vizier Kara Mustafa's Ottoman army besieged Vienna for two months. The fate of the city lies in the hands of the outnumbered and outgunned Polish-Austrian army of King Jan III Sobieski. Therefore, this assignment aims to conduct an analysis of OPORD analysis of the Vienna Battle of 1683 and finally provide an assessment of the same.

5-Paragraph Operation Order

  1. Situation.  The Ottoman Empire troupes have conquered a large part of Central Europe and are now poised to invade Vienna, Austria. Similarly, the city is the capital of the Holy Roman Empire.
    1. Area of Interest. Ottoman am has surrounded Vienna with a ring of forts and is guarding it. The Polish-Australian army waits outside the city and intends to break through enemies' lines.
    2.  The operational area. Outside of Vienna's city limits. A vast open area, the Danube River, and the Vienna Stream surround the metropolitan. It also includes the nearby hills, which provide the Polish-Austrian forces with a commanding view of the battle.

(1)   Terrain. The landform or surface in the area is generally flat within the city, and the Polish-Austrian forces face obstacles, including marshes.  

(2)    Weather. The weather is cold and wet, and the approximate temperature is around 40°F (4°C) highest and 32°F (0°C) lowest. Furthermore, there is a high chance of precipitation. The wet conditions make it difficult for the Polish-Austrian forces to operate their artillery and for Ottoman forces to maintain their siege of the city.

  1. c.       Enemy Forces.
    1.  Structure, disposition, and strength. The Ottoman army consists of five elements: infantry, cavalry, archers, artillery, and Tatar forces. The infantry has a composition of experienced and well-disciplined troops. Besides, the cavalry is made of mounted troops. On the other hand, the archers consist of skilled bows and arrow users. Furthermore, there is an artillery component made of cannons and muskets. Finally, there are Tatar forces, mainly containing nomadic warriors who have advanced skills in using swords and other weapons. The right-wing comprises the Janissary, while the one to the left comprises the light infantry, cavalry, and auxiliary forces. The troops are forming a semi-circle around the city. The Ottoman Army is set to deploy many artill...
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