Command Failure In War

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Command Failure In War

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Author : Philip Langer
language : en
Publisher: Indiana University Press
Release Date : 2004-05-12

Command Failure In War written by Philip Langer and has been published by Indiana University Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2004-05-12 with History categories.

Why do military commanders, most of them usually quite capable, fail at crucial moments of their careers? Robert Pois and Philip Langer -- one a historian, the other an educational psychologist -- study seven cases of military command failures, from Frederick the Great at Kunersdorf to Hitler's invasion of Russia. While the authors recognize the value of psychological theorizing, they do not believe that one method can cover all the individuals, battles, or campaigns under examination. Instead, they judiciously take a number of psycho-historical approaches in hope of shedding light on the behaviors of commanders during war. The other battles and commanders studied here are Napoleon in Russia, George B. McClellan's Peninsular Campaign, Robert E. Lee and Pickett's Charge at Gettysburg, John Bell Hood at the Battle of Franklin, Douglas Haig and the British command during World War I, "Bomber" Harris and the Strategic Bombing of Germany, and Stalingrad.

Command Failure At The War

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Author : Pasquale De Marco
language : en
Publisher: Pasquale De Marco
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Command Failure At The War written by Pasquale De Marco and has been published by Pasquale De Marco this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with History categories.

In the annals of American history, the surprise attack on Pearl Harbor on December 7, 1941, looms as a pivotal moment, forever etched in the nation's memory as a day of infamy and a catalyst for its entry into World War II. Command Failure At The War delves into the intricate web of events leading up to this devastating assault, the catastrophic consequences it unleashed, and the profound aftermath that reshaped the course of history. With meticulous research and gripping narrative, this book transports readers to the volatile geopolitical landscape of the Pacific region in the years preceding the attack. The Imperial Japanese Navy's ambitions for expansion and control clashed with American interests, setting the stage for a clash of titans. As tensions escalated, intelligence failures and miscalculations on both sides played a pivotal role in the unfolding tragedy. Despite warnings of a potential attack, the United States military was caught off guard, resulting in catastrophic losses and a profound sense of vulnerability. In the aftermath of Pearl Harbor, a wave of shock and outrage swept across the nation. Investigations and inquiries sought to determine responsibility for the disaster, resulting in a heated debate over military preparedness, intelligence gathering, and the role of individual leaders. Beyond the immediate devastation, Pearl Harbor left a lasting legacy of lessons learned and reforms implemented. It underscored the importance of intelligence sharing, coordination between military branches, and the need for constant vigilance in a rapidly changing world. This book pays tribute to the heroes of Pearl Harbor, the survivors who endured unimaginable horrors and the countless individuals who rallied together to defend their nation. Their stories of courage, resilience, and sacrifice serve as a poignant reminder of the indomitable spirit that defines the American people. If you like this book, write a review!

Mcclellan And Failure

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Author : Edward H. Bonekemper, III
language : en
Publisher: McFarland
Release Date : 2015-06-14

Mcclellan And Failure written by Edward H. Bonekemper, III and has been published by McFarland this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2015-06-14 with History categories.

In the eyes of many historians, Union general George B. McClellan single-handedly did more damage to the Union war effort than any other individual--including Confederate commander Robert E. Lee. Promoting his own ideas and career regardless of the consequences, McClellan eventually became a thorn in the side of President Lincoln. Removed from command on November 5, 1862, McClellan left a legacy of excessive caution that continued to affect the Army of the Potomac. From West Point to Antietam, this volume examines McClellan's army career and especially how his decisions affected the course of the Civil War. Union actions are examined in detail with special emphasis on the roles McClellan played--or did not play. Excerpts from McClellan's orders and correspondence provide a contemporary picture and motives for his actions. An appendix examines the treatment given McClellan by various historians.

War Despatches Indo Pak Conflict 1965

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Author : Lt Gen Harbakhsh Singh
language : en
Publisher: Lancer Publishers LLC
Release Date : 1991

War Despatches Indo Pak Conflict 1965 written by Lt Gen Harbakhsh Singh and has been published by Lancer Publishers LLC this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 1991 with India-Pakistan Conflict, 1965 categories.

The conflict was short and limited, packed with intense activity, major movement, heavy fighting and crucial decisions. The initiative rested with Pakistan to commence hostilities, which they did with a mix of irregular and regular troops and tactics. This is a story of anticipation, of impending actions, of virtual equality of forces engaged in a savage battle of attrition in which no quarters were given or asked. The author, GOC-in-C Western Command during those fateful days provided an unflappable presence under whose command the Army imposed unacceptable levels of losses on the enemy, first toning down their rhetoric, then their confidence, and lastly their ability to sustain very high levels of material losses. There is very little material or records to draw upon for our military studies of warfare in and around the Indian subcontinent. War Despatches narrates for the first time the inside story through original despatches field by the Army Commander from the war zone. To maintain the authenticity of the Despatches, the military style of writing has been followed in the text as far as possible.

Parameters

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Author :
language : en
Publisher:
Release Date : 2005

Parameters written by and has been published by this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2005 with Military art and science categories.

Saddam S War An Iraqi Military Perspective Of The Iran Iraq War

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Author :
language : en
Publisher: NDU Press
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Saddam S War An Iraqi Military Perspective Of The Iran Iraq War written by and has been published by NDU Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with categories.

The Leadership Direction And Legitimacy Of The Raf Bomber Offensive From Inception To 1945

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Author : Peter Gray
language : en
Publisher: Bloomsbury Publishing
Release Date : 2012-06-07

The Leadership Direction And Legitimacy Of The Raf Bomber Offensive From Inception To 1945 written by Peter Gray and has been published by Bloomsbury Publishing this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2012-06-07 with History categories.

This book offers a fresh approach to the debate on the RAF's bomber offensive by using modern strategic leadership theory as an analytical tool to examine the campaign. In particular, it looks at the legality and legitimacy of the offensive and explores the key interfaces between the military leaders, the politicians and allies. It also looks at the major controversies in the aims and objectives of the campaign and the personalities involved. Modern literature from the leadership field is used to consider the challenges facing those charged with the formulation and execution of the offensive. Aspects of the senior leadership disputes are also dealt with in the context of the leadership literature and in the wider context of the strategic challenges then facing Churchill, Sinclair and Portal. A multi-disciplinary bent to the book enables the reader to move beyond the narrow confines of military considerations to the thorough investigation of the legality, legitimacy and morality of the offensive.

Success And Failure In Limited War

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Author : Spencer D. Bakich
language : en
Publisher: University of Chicago Press
Release Date : 2014-03-20

Success And Failure In Limited War written by Spencer D. Bakich and has been published by University of Chicago Press this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2014-03-20 with Political Science categories.

Common and destructive, limited wars are significant international events that pose a number of challenges to the states involved beyond simple victory or defeat. Chief among these challenges is the risk of escalation—be it in the scale, scope, cost, or duration of the conflict. In this book, Spencer D. Bakich investigates a crucial and heretofore ignored factor in determining the nature and direction of limited war: information institutions. Traditional assessments of wartime strategy focus on the relationship between the military and civilians, but Bakich argues that we must take into account the information flow patterns among top policy makers and all national security organizations. By examining the fate of American military and diplomatic strategy in four limited wars, Bakich demonstrates how not only the availability and quality of information, but also the ways in which information is gathered, managed, analyzed, and used, shape a state’s ability to wield power effectively in dynamic and complex international systems. Utilizing a range of primary and secondary source materials, Success and Failure in Limited War makes a timely case for the power of information in war, with crucial implications for international relations theory and statecraft.

How To Think Like An Officer

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Author : Reed Bonadonna
language : en
Publisher: Rowman & Littlefield
Release Date : 2020-09-01

How To Think Like An Officer written by Reed Bonadonna and has been published by Rowman & Littlefield this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on 2020-09-01 with History categories.

The U.S. military invests heavily in time and resources to train its officers to be leaders in the broadest sense – forming them not only in military art and science (strategy, tactics, command, etc.), but also in humanistic knowledge, character, and values, as well as how to apply this education on a lightning-fast battlefield or within an inertially slow bureaucracy. The military develops its leaders, at the service academies and in ROTC programs, through very specific but also broad and deep education – a way of thinking that also has wide application in the civilian world, not only in various professional fields that need leaders and thinkers, but also among military history enthusiasts who want to understand how officers have thought across time and among American citizens who want – and, really, need – to understand how our military leaders think, how they advise presidents, how they lead on the battlefield. In a genre-busting book that spans Stackpole’s two longstanding military programs – reference and history – Reed Bonadonna describes how officers think, how they ought to think, how they develop their skills, and how they can improve these skills, as well as how average civilians and citizens can learn from the example of military officers and their program of education. Bonadonna draws from military history, from military arts and science, from literature and science and more, to show how officers develop their critical-thinking and problem-solving skills. A military officer is often called upon to be not only fighter and leader, but also negotiator, organizer, planner and preparer, teacher, writer, scientist, and advisor, and needs broad learning. This is a deeply learned and insightful book, one that cites Lincoln, Grant, Patton, Eisenhower, Marshall, and Churchill as easily as Sun Tzu and Clausewitz, not to mention Homer, Plato, Joseph Conrad, Henry James, Wilfred Owen, Robert Graves, George Orwell, Ludwig Wittgenstein, Joseph Heller, Phil Klay, and even Jane Austen. The book is descriptive as well as prescriptive and should find eager readers inside the military (where officers take seriously their professional education and their professional reading lists) as well as outside, where many look to the military, to military reading lists, and to military history, to glean lessons for life and work.

Saddam S War An Iraqi Mililtary Perspective Of The Iran Iraq War

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Author :
language : en
Publisher: Government Printing Office
Release Date :

Saddam S War An Iraqi Mililtary Perspective Of The Iran Iraq War written by and has been published by Government Printing Office this book supported file pdf, txt, epub, kindle and other format this book has been release on with Biography & Autobiography categories.

Includes detailed and edited transcripts of interviews with General Hamdani as well as a summary of insights as interpreted by the interviewers.