Corps Commanders of the Bulge: Six American Generals and Victory in the Ardennes (Modern War Studies)
"Winton concludes his analysis of command with an important truth: Although personal connections and the accidents of timing can indeed affect an officer's career, the underlying ingredient of successful command is a harmonious blend of intelligence, character, and energy. It is in this assessment and its relevance to today's fighting force that Winton makes his greatest contribution."—Army"Excellent both as campaign narrative and as a study of command. . . . Winton has written an excellent study of command in battle. It can profitably be read by students of the American Army in World War II, those interested in the problem of assessing military performance, and anyone who appreciates excellent historical prose."—Parameters"Winton's book is a study of leadership at the level of Corps commander. It is a biographical, institutional, organizational, analytical study. Winton has done his homework. . . . This is an excellent study and a valuable contribution."—Journal of Military History