Final Report of Gen. John J. Pershing, Commander-In-Chief, American Expeditionary Forces
United States Of America War Office
Washington Government Printing Office
1920
Including 16 Plates Of Diagrams, Charts, and Illustrations of War
NOTE: front cover stamp states, “SENT BY OTIS WINGO, CONGRESSMAN”
Otis Theodore Wingo (1877-1930) was an American lawyer and politician. He served as a U.S. Representative from Arkansas's 4th congressional district from 1913 until his death in 1930.
Here are some key points about him:
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Political Career: He was a Democrat and served in the U.S. House of Representatives for a significant period.
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Arkansas Politics: Prior to his congressional service, he was also involved in Arkansas state politics, serving as a member of the Arkansas State Senate.
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National Park Advocacy: Interestingly, he advocated for the establishment of a national park in Arkansas.
"Final Report of Gen. John J. Pershing, Commander-in-Chief, American Expeditionary Forces" is a comprehensive and detailed account of the American military involvement in World War I, as reported by General Pershing himself. The report covers the organization and training of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF), the major military operations in which they participated, the logistics and supply efforts required to support the army, and various administrative and miscellaneous aspects of the AEF's deployment and activities. Divided into four parts, the report provides a thorough overview of the AEF's contributions to the war, from their initial arrival in Europe to their eventual return to the United States. The inclusion of diagrams, charts, and illustrations further enhances the report's value as a historical and military document.
John J. Pershing was a highly decorated and influential General of the United States Army, best known for serving as the Commander-in-Chief of the American Expeditionary Forces (AEF) during World War I. His achievements include:
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Organizing and leading the AEF: Pershing was responsible for building and training a massive American army and deploying it to Europe to fight alongside the Allied forces.
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Maintaining an independent American command: He successfully advocated for the AEF to operate as a distinct fighting force, rather than being integrated piecemeal into other Allied armies.
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Contributing to the Allied victory: Pershing's leadership and the AEF's contributions played a significant role in the Allied victory in World War I.
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Documenting the war effort: His final report, as described above, serves as a crucial primary source for historians and military scholars, providing invaluable insights into the American military experience during the war.
Pershing's leadership and his meticulous documentation of the AEF's operations have cemented his place as a significant figure in American military history.
General Headquarters American Expeditionary Forces,
September 1, 1919
To the Secretary of War. Sir: I have the honor to submit herewith my final report as Commander-in-Chief of the American Expeditionary Forces in Europe.
Part I: Period of Organization
Military Situation: 1914, 1915, 1916, Spring of 1917
Organization Projects
American Front And Line Of Communications
General Staff
Training
Intelligence
Summer of 1917 to Spring of 1918
Part II: Operations
Expediting Shipment of Troops
The German Offensives of 1918 and Related Allied Agreements
Allied Commander-in-chief
Employment Of American Divisions From March to September, 1918
Assembling The First American Army
St. Michael Operation
MeuseArgonne Operation: First Phase, Second Phase, Third Phase
Operations Of The Second Army
American Activities On Other Fronts
American Troops In Italy
American Troops In Russia
The Advance Into Germany
Return Of Troops To The United States
Part III: Supply, Coordination, Munitions, And Administration
The Services Of Supply:
Coordination Of Supply At The Front
Purchasing Agency
Ocean Tonnage
Replacements Of Personnel
Remounts
Reclassification Of Personnel
Construction By Engineer Corps
Transportation Corps
Quartermaster Corps
Signal Corps
Motor Transport Corps
Renting, Requisition, And Claims Service
Munitions:
Ordnance
Aviation
Tanks
Chemical Warfare
Administration:
Medical And Sanitary Conditions
Records, Personnel, And Mail Service
Inspections—Discipline
Military Justice
Provost Marshal General’s Department
Part IV: Miscellaneous Subjects
Prisoners Of War
Civil Administration Of Occupied Territory
Execution Of Armistice Terms
United States Liquidation Commission
Relations With The Allies
Welfare Work:
Appreciation
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