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Synopsis
The reviews of the first edition include: "There is nothing else in print that tells so much so concisely about how war has been conducted since the days of Gen. George Washington." - Russell F. Weigley. "A superior synthesis. Well written, nicely organized, remarkably comprehensive, and laced with facts." - Military Affairs. A thorough revision of a highly successful text, this new edition provides a comprehensive picture of the evolution of modern warfare. Addington discusses developments in strategies and tactics, logistics and weaponry, and provides detailed discussions of important battles and campaigns. His book is an excellent introduction for both students and the general reader. A companion volume, "The Patterns of War through the Eighteenth Century", provides an overview of war and warfare in the West from ancient times to the early modern era.
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About the Author
LARRY H. ADDINGTON is Professor of History at The Citadel and has taught military history for more than twenty-five years. His previous books include The Blitzkrieg Era and the German General Staff and The Patterns of War through the Eighteenth Century.
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- PublisherDiane Pub Co
- Publication date1999
- ISBN 10 0788160885
- ISBN 13 9780788160882
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
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