Black, Jeremy
Military Strategy: A Global History
- ISBN 13:
- 9780300270365
- author:
- Black, Jeremy
- format:
- Paperback
- publisher:
- Yale University Press
- language:
- English
- Publication Year:
- 2023
- Pages:
- 320
- Dimensions:
- 3.3 x 12.8 x 12.8 centimetres (0
- Genre:
- History, World History, History,
- Condition:
- New
- Availability:
- Item usually sent within 10 working days
Description
Military Strategy: A Global History by Jeremy Black explores how military strategy has evolved over time, focusing on the practical applications of leading powers throughout history. From the development of global power systems to the impact of strategic decisions in major conflicts, this comprehensive account examines the relationship between purpose, force, implementation, and effectiveness. The book takes a "total" view of strategy, considering the domestic and international strengths of key nations such as the United States, China, Britain, and Russia. It also delves into the strategic practices of influential figures like the Kangxi Emperor, Clausewitz, Napoleon, and Hitler, shedding light on their decisions and approaches to military strategy. By examining a range of historical periods and conflicts, including France's ancien régime and Britain's empire building, as well as present-day conflicts in the Middle East, Black provides a nuanced understanding of how military strategy has shaped global power dynamics.
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