Roots of strategy. Book 4, 4 military classics /

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Edition:1st ed.
Imprint:Mechanicsburg, PA : Stackpole Books, c1999.
Description:vii, 533 p. : ports. 21 cm.
Language:English
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Format: Print Book
URL for this record:http://pi.lib.uchicago.edu/1001/cat/bib/4118890
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Varying Form of Title:4 military classics
Four military classics
Other authors / contributors:Jablonsky, David.
ISBN:0811729184
Notes:Originally published 1890-1927.
Includes bibliographical references (p. 517-533).
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Summary:Selections from four legends in maritime and air strategy: Mahan, Corbett, Douhet and Mitchell Introduction by noted military strategist and author David Jablonsky <p>David Jablonsky has compiled the best writings of four of the most influential theorists of naval and air power in the past century. Alfred Thayer Mahan's Influence of Sea Power Upon History, Julian Corbett's Some Principles of Maritime Strategy, Guilio Douhet's Command of the Air, and William "Billy" Mitchell's Winged Defense continue to have relevance for students and practitioners of naval and air strategy. They illustrate the continuity of strategic thought, even through current times of great and widespread change.</p>
Item Description:Originally published 1890-1927.
Physical Description:vii, 533 p. : ports. 21 cm.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references (p. 517-533).
ISBN:0811729184