Brief History of Logistics and its Origins

I need a brief history of logistics from its first impact in the economy to the guided future. Some good topics of choice would be major companies that have incorpated logistics in their operations, major suppliers and recievers, and a timeline of its history. Also, what is its incorparation into supply chain management and how do they relate? Its need to be 300-500 words, typed, times new roman font, 12pt, single spaced.