A Question of Command: Counterinsurgency from the Civil War to Iraq (Yale Library of Military History)
"It is rare to read a book which combines academic excellence with such timely advice on a question of national importance.... [Moyar's] perceptive analysis will have enduring value on both sides of the Atlantic for military commanders, policy-makers and historians alike." - General Sir David Richards,RUSI Journal"Moyar's study of Vietnam --Triumph Forsaken-- is becoming a classic in counterinsurgency circles. His new case studies --A Question of Command-- are making it to the desks of top military decision makers." - George Stephanopoulos,ABC News"By distancing himself from self-professed experts capable only of regurgitating thoughts and assertions made earlier and better... Moyar has done the impossible and provided a third course of action to all counterinsurgency professionals and practitioners." - Adam Strickland,Small Wars Journal"has attracted considerable attention in counterinsurgent circles.... now part of the curriculum in courses in Kabul." - C. J. Chivers,New York Times"In this important, well-written, and solidly researched work, respected historian Moyar adds to his impressive record of publication a thoughtful contribution to the counterinsurgency debate.... There is so much that scholars, military personnel, and policy makers can learn from this study." - J. B. Cook,Choice"'Moyar provides a useful illustration of the challenges of leadership and of developing leaders for counterinsurgency.' David Ucko, The Journal of Military History"