English Summary
My Opinion
It was a courageous and correct decision of the Federal Government in a national political matter to decide to purchase interceptors. Not only the compensation deals, but also the reputation of Austria as a whole would have been at risk if no interceptors had been ordered.
General Training for International Deployments
Many subjects of what previously was preparatory training of volunteers for international deployment have now become mandatory items in the basic training courses for all Austrian officers and NCOs.
Hostage Taking - Who are the possible Perpetrators?
To avoid endangering hostages, one needs to know the various types of hostage-takers and how to talk to them.
Current Challenges for Higher Quartermaster Services
New threat scenarios, organisational changes, the need to economise, internationalisation, and other factors call for forward-looking training and definition of fields of activity.
Current Events
The elections in Italy, in the Bask region and in the United Kingdom set the stage for future developments in Europe.
The 1944 Uprising in Warsaw
The events associated with this uprising pose many political and military questions, and are interesting and informative even today, if one looks at them from different points of view.
The Use of Firearms by Military Guards
The measures to enforce the authorisation of guards, including the use of firearms, have been revised in the Military Authorisation Act.
Man Smugglers are not Mock Enemies ...
The reflections about routine duties and the dangers encountered through the co-operation with other law enforcement agencies in border security duties must not make us forget the suffering of refugees.
Using Sirens and flashing Lights Against illegal Border Crossers?
The conflicting instructions of different district administrations give rise to Problems in the co-operation between law enforcement agencies and the elements of the Austrian Armed Forces employed to assist them.
"Going International"
Austria is expected to make a substantial contribution to the common European foreign and security policy, covering a concrete requirement.
"Going International" - but without Artillery?
Austria has designated its Forces Answerable to the European Union, albeit without any artillery elements.
Street Fight
Before the dismounted soldier gets too loaded up with high-tech gear, remember: he's only human. The technology that promises to make the dismounted soldier more effective seems a risk of turning him into a beast of burden.
Strokes can be Avoided Through Prophylaxis!
Strokes may have various reasons. Health-conscious nutrition, regular medical check-ups and moderate sports activities can help to reduce the risk.
From the Forces
An unclear situation means stress. Not only in combat, but particularly in peacetime, responsible public information policy is essential.
The Tank Battle of Abu Ageila
A glimpse at the fighting on the Sinai peninsula in 1956 is intended to highlight the danger of casualties due to fratricide in a combat situation, particularly at night.
General Command and Control Principles (VIII)
A combat situation from the Vietnam War is used to demonstrate the principle of unity of command.
"Desert One"
On 25 April 1980 all efforts to liberate the hostages in the US embassy in Teheran came to an end in a flaming inferno at a remote location in Iran, hitherto known as "Desert One".
Man is in the Centre
Are women suitable for military combat missions if they serve in a predominantly male environment?
The Foot March (II)
The article covers the action to be taken by the elements covering the march, when encountering obstacles or enemy forces. It also includes possible support by engineers, recoilless anti-tank weapons and observers of medium mortars.
On the Situation in the Middle East
The Al-Aqsa-Intifada started out with Palestinian mass demonstrations, and has escalated to a veritable guerrilla war in the meantime.
Training Glimpses
The assessment of the college-type course "Military Leadership" by a team of experts has yielded excellent results.
Review
General News, Other Journals, Book Review, Feedback, Military English.