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Writer's guide & standard formatting, write to sell.

Read this guide before starting work in your website. Observing these rules will minimize corrections and revisions before your site is approved for live launch.  

Writing for the web is not the same as writing for print. People read differently online than they do when they read print materials. Web users scan for information. People typically read only 20 to 28% of the words during an average visit.

Don’t mindlessly copy-paste and think you’ve loaded successful content. Even well-written text from magazines and brochures must be edited to web-writing style. Write well, use ordinary language and keep it short.

Write to inform, not entertain. Use what limited space and attention span you have to deliver meaningful information. Be direct and friendly. Don’t waste words on fluff or ask silly questions like “Do you like to swim?”

Think like a customer. Ask yourself what questions and needs a customer might have and how MWR services can answer them.

• A newcomer in the barracks may want to meet people and get away for a weekend of sightseeing and adventure.
• Parents need to know about local schools, youth sports, etc.
• Auto Skills customers will want equipment lists and information about work bays.
• Everyone eats! Provide restaurant menus to help them choose where to go.

Front-load the important information . Start with the content that is most important to your audience, then continue with additional details.

Evaluate whether information is needed and appropriate. Website content should inform viewers about your events, programs and facility offerings. Use a writing style that's welcoming and friendly. Policies and lists of rules, such as hunting and fishing, can be tucked into an accordion.

Appropriate use of PDFs and JPGs

PDFs and JPG images of menus, flyers and informational graphics cannot be added in place of text.

Visiblity:   The Enterprise Web (EW) is a responsive system. It’s designed to automatically reformat your content to different screen sizes your customers use. If you add a flyer graphic to your webpage, it may look fine on a large desktop monitor but, the image will shrink down to mush on a tiny mobile phone screen.

Searchability:   Web browser search engines use plain text to seek the information a user wants. If you place a flyer JPG of an event on your website, it will not appear when someone does a Google search. The text blocks under images can be easily read on any size screen and is searchable.

PDFs can be added as linked documents along with your web content.  This is a good way to include multi-page catering brochures, newsletters, policies and information that should be printed out or viewed on a large desktop screen.

Restaurant menus and equipment price lists  should be added in tables. Tables automatically reformat and are easy to read on small phone screens.

Exceptions to the rule:   Documents that have lots of tiny details may be best-used as a linked PDF.  Examples: a month-long calendar of restaurant daily specials or, lists of sports tournament scores. The PDF lets people print out the page and post it on bulletin boards, home refrigerators, etc.

Think carefully before loading slide shows and Flickr sets

Use them only if they will have meaning for your viewers.  Slide shows and Flickr photo sets have value as entertainment and decoration — not information. They don’t allow you to add a caption to identify what the photo is. Unless photos are identified in nearby text, they will be meaningless to your viewer.

• When adding slide shows, keep it to 4 images max. They slow the rate at which your pages load.
• When using Flickr sets, use only the best images and don’t add too many. Select photos with a large focal points because the thumbnails will be very small on a mobile phone screen.  

Content Organization and Structure

Consistent formatting is important. Every page in your site should look like all the others.

Order of Blocks Inside a Facility Page

All facility pages must follow this order for blocks when applicable:

1. Hours of Operation and Contact (main facility—Add to Main)

2. Content blocks (program or facility content—Add to Info)

Chunk your content.  Chunking makes your content more scannable by breaking it into manageable sections. Use short paragraphs and add an extra space in-between. Use accordions to group information by topics.

Proofread critically; edit without mercy.  Always look for ways to keep content short and concise.

Use white space.  Using white space allows you to reduce noise by visually separating information.

Don’t waste space  by adding extra spaces (returns) between blocks of content. One or two is enough. Extra space adds length and causes viewers to scroll endlessly.

Say the name of a facility once in a paragraph.  Then use “we” and “you.”   Like this:    Java Café is a delicious way to start your workdays. We serve all your coffee favorites, fresh-baked muffins and scones. We also offer lunchtime sandwiches and delicious salads.

Don’t repeat information.

• Say a facility name once on a page. If the facility name appears on the page heading or at the start of your text, don’t keep repeating it.
• Don’t repeatedly state the name of the garrison. If a user is in the Fort Bliss website, they already know that what they’re reading about is at Fort Bliss.

  Don’t repeat event titles in graphics or overlays  when it appears in text underneath. Overlays are intended for when you need a quick note like, "Space is limited!" 

Use bullets and numbered lists . They’re not just for long lists—one sentence and two bullets are easier to read than three sentences.

When writing lists, don't capitalize every word.  Caps are meant for proper nouns (names of a person, place or thing).

Here’s an example of a good list.  Notice that bullets like "15 suspension lift bays" are all lower case. That’s because they are just things — not actual names or titles. Then, note "Mitchell on Demand" reference library; "Mitchell on Demand" is the name of the book series and warrants caps.

Meta data is important!

You must include meta data when adding events and images.  Metadata are  keywords and tags that help web browsers search and find your website information. Keywords are also needed when you load images into the File Manager. They’ll help you search for images to add to your web pages.

Effective Web-Style Writing

Be careful with slang and contemporary phrases.  Your website content should be timeless. Popular words and phrases may sound fine on the day you write it but, over time will sound outdated.  

Be careful of words that have multiple meanings ;  Cheap, Sick, Hook-up, Stash

Sprinkle your text with keywords.  Keywords are clues that web browsers use to search for your information. Write text that uses words people will probably type in when Googling your website.

Text Formatting

 Consistent formatting is important.  Every page in your site should look like all the others. EW offers 5 heading style choices .

This is used for main headings on pages; for facility names and major titles. There should only be one instance of H1 on a page. Use it to lead new paragraphs as section titles.

For sub heads and to start new topics.

Normal  – is the choice for body text. You can also use bold as titles, to start paragraphs, or draw attention to words and phrases.

Control spacing between sentences and paragraphs.  If you want less space between content, versus a full-paragraph break, do this: 1.  Put your cursor where you want to break. 2.  Shift + Enter.

Do not use “&” in place of “and” in body text.  It’s OK to use “&” in tables and when space is severely limited. Never use “+” in place of “and.”

Use number-digits in text, not the word.   -  Do this: Our campground has 10 RV sites, 5 rustic shelters and 20 tent sites.   -  Don’t do this: We have ten (10) RV sites, five (5) rustic shelters...

Do not write text in all caps.  It looks like shouting and is impolite.

Do not go overboard on exclamation points!

• One is enough. More than one is an amateur’s mistake.
• Not every sentence in your text qualifies as a rah-rah cheer. Use them when something truly deserves enthusiasm.

Stop writing FREE in all caps. 

Use short sentences and paragraphs . No run-on sentences! 

• The ideal standard is no more than 20 words per sentence, five sentences per paragraph.
• Use dashes instead of semicolons. 
• When using a long dash — add a space between the line and the word.
• Use bullets to break out details.

It’s ok to start a sentence with “and,” “but,” or “or”  if it makes things clear and brief.

 Bold text can act as an in-text heading to kick off a new paragraph.

Webpage Structure Standards

  Everything gets flush-left.  Text, headings, everything. Center text only when it helps with reader comprehension (rare).

Text in tables is automatically set  to flush-left, align-to-top. You can override the text to center if needed. Flush-left text is always easiest to read.

Standard sizes for images is 750 x 421, 72 dpi.  Absolutely no exceptions. Alternate sizes do not reformat properly to mobile screens. If you do not have a photo editing program like Photoshop, use  Pixlr  to size and crop your images.

Format commercial phone numbers correctly.  Correct formatting lets smart phone users tap the number to automatically call. Use this format everywhere, including in body copy. These examples appear as hints when you add phone numbers to your pages.

• CONUS:  +1 (XXX)xxx-xxxx
• Europe:   +49 (0)XXX-xxxx-xxxx
• Italy:        +39 (XXXX)-xx-xxxx
• Japan:     +81 (XX) xxx-xxxx
• Korea:     +82 (0)XX-xxxx-xxxx

Include DSN numbers.  Army members transitioning to your installation may need to call your facilities using a military phone. DSN numbers are not optional. You must include them. 

Hours, Dates and Times

Hours of Operation: Two rules apply.

We use Associated Press format in headings and body copy. 

• Add a space between the numbers and a.m./p.m. Example:  11 a.m.  |  1 p.m.
• Use a colon to separate hours from minutes. Example:  10:30 a.m.  |  6:45 p.m.
• Use "to" for time spans. Example:  7 to 11 a.m.  |  10:30 a.m. to 3 pm. 

 Avoid redundancies:   -  Right: 10 a.m. or 10 p.m. Monday   -  Wrong: 10 a.m. this morning, 10 p.m. tonight, 10 p.m. Monday night.

Use figures except for noon and midnight.  12 p.m. is Noon and 12 a.m. is Midnight. Examples:   -  The New Year's Eve Party is from 7 p.m. to midnight.     -  The New Year's Eve party ends at 12:30 a.m.   -  Lunch will be served at noon.   -  Lunch will be served at noon and the meeting follows at 12:30 p.m.

Time Zones Include a time zone only if your event/program is relevant to people in other time zones. Like this:    -  9 a.m. EST  |  1:30 p.m. CST   -  Noon and Midnight do not need time zone indicators such as EST/CDT/MDT, etc.

Dates  are written   Weekday/Month/Day/Year.  Write the entire word for the day. Abbreviate months.  -  Saturday, Jan. 1, 2016

Prices in Lists and Tables:  Streamline prices by eliminating unnecessary decimals and figures. Prices appear lower without .00.   -  Right: $25   -  Wrong: $25.00 

Use the appropriate currency symbol.   Copy/paste symbols and special characters from this page.

Prices in headings and body text: Do not write prices as words. Use the dollar or foreign currency symbol and necessary numbers. Omit the decimal and cent 00s. Examples:   -  Save on ski passes this winter at Outdoor Rec. Season passes usually cost $79.99 at the mountain. We sell them for just $69.99­ — A $10 savings. A family of 4 can save up to $40.   -  A 4-day theme park ticket to Disney World costs $85.25   -  Admission to the Heidelberg Wine Fest is €20   -  Tickets to London's Royal Observatory Greenwich cost £9.50

Prices with symbols: Do not write the word, "dollar" and "cents". Use the $ / ¢ character. Do not add a space between the symbol and number. Use the Special Character function for ¢. Copy/paste symbols and special characters from this page. Examples:  -  Right: Season passes cost $25.  -  Wrong:  Season passes cost 25 dollars.

  -  Right: Hot dogs cost 75¢ each.   -  Wrong: Hot dogs cost 75 cents each.

Hyperlinks.   It’s not necessary to add words like “click here” when there’s a link. By now, people already know that blue text indicates a clickable link.

• Do not capitalize hyperlinks.
• When creating an  internal hyperlink  use the _self window option
• When creating an  external hyperlink  use the _blank window option
• If a link has a file extension write the link as follows:

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1 st  — After you’ve completed two Facility Pages and one event

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4 th   — Final Review, when you are complete and ready to launch.

Marketing Directors must stay engaged during website construction  and review all content before asking for a final review.

Proofread and test every link!

Do not ask for a final review until  you have thoroughly proofread and tested your entire website.

Final reviews are in-depth and take time.   Allow 2 weeks.

• The Web Team will test your site, read your content, check your meta data and verify that your structure is correct. 
• If corrections are needed, you will have one week to finish them. Major corrections are allowed two weeks.
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The Field Grade Leader

Organizational leadership in the us army, a case for mastering the humble argumentative essay.

There I wa s…I t was   201 3 , I was an aviation battalion S-3 in Afghanistan,  and  my boss had  just  given me  less than 24 hours to write an argumentative essay.  S omeone  at a higher  headquarters  wanted to redeploy one of our  aerial medical evacuation  (MEDEVAC)   helicopter companies   without  replac ing it .  My boss  believed  this  decision   would se vere ly impede MEDEVAC in  our area  of  operations  and   t he  division commander  agreed. He said he would take the issue to his boss  and asked us to provide a  short   paper summarizing  our  analysis and recommendation .  The writing fell to me. I  had  thought I ’ d left the argumentative essay behind two years earlier when I graduated from the  Command and General Staff College (CGSC) .  But once again, I found myself crafting a thesis , gathering evidence, and writing  an argument .  

Don ’ t raise your voice, improve your argument.

―   Desmond Tutu  

Reflecting  on this  and other  experience s ,  I realize d  that  argumentative writing is one of the most important skills   I learned at  CGSC .  The argumentative essay is a simple ,  yet powerful tool. It is writing an author uses to  convince  the reader of something. At its heart is the  thesis —a claim that the author wants the persuade the reader is true. To do so, the author presents  evidence —reasons that the reader should accept the author ’ s thesis. Evidence can be facts, logical arguments, data,  or  stories (like the one I used at the beginning of this essay to convince you of my thesis). Though argumentative writing is common in academia,  many overlook its practical  usefulness.   

For field grade officers, the  ability  to write well and persuade others is indispensable .  There are three reasons why. First, most field grade work involves persuading peers and seniors  rather than ordering around subordinates. Second, argumentative essays are everywhere in field grade life. Many routine  field grade  tasks are argumentative essays in disguise. Third, most field grades will serve on a general staff where persuasive writing will be vital to their success.  CGSC graduates shouldn ’ t abandon the argumentative essay . Instead,  they should aspire to master it.   

A rgumentation — whether  written or not— is   something  field grade officers   must  do well .  C aptains succeed by leading Soldiers they outrank ,   but  majors  succeed by influencing those they do not.  Recommending a course of  action , for example,  requires  a field grade officer  to  convince   a commander  that the unit should do something (thesis) based on  a  staff analysis (evidence).  Battalion S-3s and XOs  create opportunities b y   persuading  their peers  to work together,  influencing  the brigade to push back on a task,  or   convincing  the  division  to allocate  training   resources .  Moreover,  email is the primary way much  of this field grade work gets done , and  commanders  pay attention  to how well their officers write .  Field grades who can  deliver a compelling argument  have a  crucial advantage   over those who cannot.  

Another  reason  to master  this tool  is that  m any f ield grade tasks are  a r g u mentative  essays in disg uise.  Award writing is a good exampl e . Award recommendations are  nothing more than argumentative essay s . The r ecommender  argues  that  someone  should receive an award (thesis ) and   gives  reasons why  the approval authority should  agree  (evidence).  F ield grade leaders routinely write letters of recommenda tion for subordinates  competing for  nominative positions , applying to  graduate school, or transition ing  to civilian  jobs .  The writer  argue s  that an organization should accept or hire  a person (thesis) and provides reasons why (evidence).   E valuation reports  are the most impactful  argumentative essays  that  field grade officers write .  R aters and senior raters  advise  boards  whether  a Soldier should be promoted (thesis) and  why the Soldier ’ s performance  and potential  justif y  that recommendation (evidence) .  

A final reason for mastering the argumentative essay is that persuasive  writing is  vital for success  on a general staff .  P ersonal interactions between general officers and those they senior rate are infrequent.   Con sequently, f i eld grade officers ’  reputation s   are  based  main ly on thei r writing skills—for better or worse .   Moreover, s enior leaders rarely have time to read  l engthy  staff products ,  so   staff officers  must  write with   concision and clarity .   The  MEDEVAC  essay  I  wrote for my division commander   in Afghanistan  was two pages .  A three-star I worked for  preferred  single-page information papers.  I once  drafted   a  recommendation  for  a  four-star  commander  to send  to  the  Army c hief of  s taff.  My  boss told me to   “ keep it at the four-star level , ”  which  mean t  I had  to make an argument in three to  four   sentences .   

I expect this year’s CGSC graduates will have similar experiences. Accordingly,  I advise  them to build on the  argumentative writing foundations laid at CGSC .   There are three ways to  do this .  First,   write   often .  Contributing to  the   professional  discourse  in journals and online forums is a  great way to hone writing skills while  adding   to  our  professional body of knowledge. Second,   read   widely .  Good writers  are avid readers because it exposes them to  effective  (and not-so-effective) writing. Finally ,   study   writing and  argumentation .   I recommend the following resources  to start :  

• Effective argumentation blends  clear  thinking , logic, and reasoning.   Oxford Guide to Effective Argument and Critical Thinking   Oxford Guide  covers all three .   
• The Elements of Styl e, Fourth Edition   is a staple  writing guide, but I  also recommend  The Sense of Style: The Thinking Person’s Guide to Writing in the 21st Century .   
• There are   excellent  resources  on the internet  as well,  including  this video   of Steven Pinker, author of  The Sense of Style .    
• M ost  universities host online writing labs . Among the best are  Purdue  University ,   Excelsior College , and  the  University of Toronto .   Importantly,  online writing labs  cater to  students ,  not professionals.  To understand how professional writing differs from student writing,  I recommend  this video  from the University of Chicago.  

To the  CGSC class of 2020 , I say congratulations!  M any of you  may be  looking forward to leaving the argumentative essay behind .  To be sure, you are finished with  academic  essays (for now, at least).  But writing and arguing  will be  essential   to  your success as a field grade leader . Rather than   abandoning the argumentative essay at graduation ,  I hope you  instead resolve to master it .    

Lieutenant Colonel Trent J. Lythgoe   is an  Army  Aviation Officer  and  Assistant Professor at the  U.S. Army Command and General Staff College. He is pursuing a Ph.D. in Political Science at the University of Kansas.    

Importance of Military Essays ⚔

Essays on the military are critical because they help us comprehend the military’s history, tactics, and effects on society. They give us a place to conduct in-depth study and analysis, enabling us to examine and assess many facets of the military career.

We may learn a great deal about the complexity of combat, the advancement of military strategies and equipment, and the military’s influence on international politics and security by reading and writing on military topics. These pieces encourage critical thinking, spark intellectual debate, and improve military knowledge and study in addition to instructing and informing readers.

When writing a military essay, you may explore compare and contrast essay topics such as the similarities and differences between military strategies or the contrasting perspectives on the impact of warfare in different historical periods. For example, you can compare the military tactics used in World War I and World War II or contrast the views on the effectiveness of air power in modern warfare.

Types of Military Essays 🎖

Military essays come in various formats with various functions and writing styles. Here are four specific categories:

☑ Expository essays

 These papers seek to offer a concise and impartial exposition of a military subject or idea. They investigate the issue logically and methodically while providing factual information. Expository essays can be written on various subjects, including the history of a particular fight, the composition and organization of a military unit, and the operation of military technology.

☑ Argumentative Essays

In a military setting, an argumentative essay will express a particular point of view or argument and back it up with facts. Critical thinking and persuasive writing skills are needed to make a strong argument in these essays. Argumentative military essays could examine the moral ramifications of military action, debate the merits of a specific defense plan, or assess the efficacy of a military strategy.

☑ Comparative essay

Comparative essays analyze and contrast various elements of military systems, tactics, or historical events. They draw attention to contrasts, similarities, and patterns to comprehend the topic better. A comparative essay, for instance, can examine the parallels and differences between ancient and current combat or contrast the military strategies of various countries.

☑ Analytical essays

They dive into the specifics of a military subject, dissecting it into its component elements and critically analyzing them. To comprehend the subject, these essays require thorough investigation, data interpretation, and theoretical frameworks. Analyzing the origins and effects of a particular fight, evaluating the influence of military technologies on conflict, or reviewing the efficacy of a military doctrine are a few examples of analytical military studies.

If you’re looking to incorporate a capstone project into your military essay, consider exploring various capstone project ideas related to the military. These can range from analyzing the effectiveness of military training programs to developing strategies for improving military logistics or examining the ethical implications of autonomous weapon systems.

Format and Structure of a Military Essay 🪖

Here is a broad outline for a military essay, though precise requirements may change based on the assignment or institution:

☑️ Introduction

Start your paragraph with a compelling opening sentence or hook to capture the reader’s interest.

Describe the subject’s history and how it relates to the military.

Declare the essay’s thesis or significant point in clear terms.

Each paragraph should concentrate on a distinct subtopic or argument supporting the thesis.

Start each paragraph with a topic phrase that states the paragraph’s central theme.

Include examples, analysis, and supporting data to support the core point.

Use transitional words or phrases to transition between paragraphs and concepts seamlessly.

☑️ Discussion and Analysis

Discuss the implications of the evidence offered in the body paragraphs after it has been analyzed.

Think critically and offer perceptive criticism on the subject.

Consider opposing viewpoints or arguments, then reasonably and logically respond to them.

Summarise the key ideas covered in the essay, focusing on their importance.

Indicate how the essay’s main argument or thesis has been reinforced by restating it.

☑️ Citations & References

Include a separate section or bibliography for references, if necessary.

Use an appropriate citation format (such as APA, MLA, or Chicago) to give credit where credit is due.

Make that the reference list and in-text citations are formatted correctly and consistently.

Writing Tips for Military Essays

Research: Investigate your issue in-depth using reliable sources, including academic journals, books, government publications, and reliable websites. Obtain a range of viewpoints to create a comprehensive grasp of the subject.

Creating a Strong Thesis: Create a thesis statement that summarizes your essay’s essential points and is clear and concise. Throughout the essay, specific, contested arguments should support your thesis statement.

Creating an outline or structure for your essay guarantees the concepts are presented logically. Your essay should be broken up into an introduction, a body, and a conclusion. Each paragraph should contain a primary topic or point supporting your thesis.

Using Proper Language: Use a clear, concise, and formal tone when writing. Use proper and suitable military jargon and concepts. Aim to avoid jargon or excessively technical language that could mislead readers unfamiliar with military lingo.

Accurately citing your sources will ensure they receive due credit. Use the APA, MLA, or Chicago citation styles as specified by your instructor or institution. Use in-text citations for direct quotations, paraphrases, and other material that is not well known.

Military essay examples

“The Impact of Military Technology on Modern Warfare” examines how the character of warfare has changed due to developments in military technology, including drones, cyberwarfare, and artificial intelligence, and what this means for military strategy and ethics.

“Leadership Lessons from Historical Military Figures”: Examine the traits and tactics of historic military titans like Sun Tzu, Alexander the Great, and General George Patton, and discuss how they apply to modern military leadership.

Examine the historical development, present difficulties, and prospects for women serving in the armed forces in “The Role of Women in the Military.” Discuss how gender integration has affected military culture and effectiveness.

“The Use of Propaganda in Military Conflicts”: Examine how various countries and their armed forces have used propaganda to sway public opinion, inspire soldiers, and affect the results of military operations.

“Ethical Dilemmas in Modern Warfare”: Examine the moral dilemmas that military personnel face in today’s conflicts, such as the use of drones, the killing of civilians, and torture. Analyze various ethical systems and consider possible answers to these problems.

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For a concise and focused military essay, you may employ a 5-paragraph essay format . This format includes an introduction, three body paragraphs discussing key points or arguments, and a conclusion. It allows you to present your ideas clearly and organized, making it easier for readers to follow your thoughts.

Remember to pick a subject that interests you personally and fits the assignment’s or course’s requirements. To make your military essay exciting and instructive, do extensive research, create a fascinating topic, and employ concise, well-structured arguments backed by proof.

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By diving into the complexities of military themes, we acquire a greater understanding of the sacrifices and difficulties military people face and the broader ramifications of their actions. Military essays provide a way to explore, analyze, and connect with the many facets of the military profession, making them an essential instrument in education, research, and intellectual conversation.

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