The classic study of the art of war. Although much of the work represents timeless lessons, one must remember that it was completed prior to the Industrial Revolution. However, On War is the most significant attempt in Western history to understand war, both its internal dynamics and as an instrument of policy. Since first published in 1832, it has been read throughout the world, and it has stimulated generations of soldiers, statesmen, and intellectuals. A must for all claiming to be professional soldiers.
Soldiers seek to study the lessons of war in order to fit themselves for command.
Analyzing key decisions of Allied, German, and Japanese commanders in World War II, the authors of this book all participants in the U.S. Army s monumental, multi-volume effort to chronicle its role in that conflict seek to provide at least some of the answers. All but one of the episodes recounted deal with military issues and means, but reflecting the nature of wars waged by democracies, particularly in the well-wired 20th Century all are not made by military commanders. The rest, however, draw examples from all levels of command, going from theater through army group to army and corps. The decision to withdraw from Bataan is here. So are Lucas to hold at Anzio and Mark Clark s to drive on Rome.