What is a Logistics Planner?
“A logistics planner is a person who passes as an exacting expert on the basis of being able to turn out with prolific fortitude infinite strings of incomprehensive formulae calculated with micromatic precision from vague assumptions which are based on debatable figures taken from inconclusive experiments carried out with instruments on problematical accuracy by persons of doubtful reliability and questionable mentality for the avowed purpose of annoying and confounding a hopelessly chimerical group of esoteric fanatics referred to altogether too frequently as practical military administrators.”
“From Col. Nutter, who obtained it from Col. Lucas, 13/APR/51”
Came across this amusing document from the Elton F. Hamond Collection, B5, F12, USAHEC today. Wanted to share in case anyone needed a straightforward definition of what military logisticians actually do.