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Lawrence Freedman
ISBN 9780141993515
Rs. 1,440
Penguin Books
Command
The Politics of Military Operations from Korea to Ukraine
Who it's for: Readers interested in military history and strategy
Lawrence Freedman's "Command" offers a comprehensive global history of military leadership and strategy from the end of the Second World War to the present day. The book meticulously explores how innovations in warfare, from nuclear weapons to cyber interference, have fundamentally reshaped military command. It argues that effective leadership in modern conflict requires a deep understanding of political dynamics, making civilian priorities inseparable from battlefield strategy.Why You Should Read? Understand the profound evolution of military command and strategy in the post-1945 era. Examine the crucial relationship between political decision-making and military operations across various global conflicts. Gain insights from diverse historical case studies, ranging from the Cuban Missile Crisis to the Iraq War. Appreciate the intricate challenges faced by military commanders in a world where warfare and politics are intrinsically linked.
Highlights
- Covers conflicts from Korea to Ukraine, including the Cuban Missile Crisis and Iraq War.
- Explores the impact of nuclear weapons and cyber interference on military command.
- Argues that effective leadership requires understanding political dynamics.
- Based on diverse historical case studies from the post-1945 era.
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Questions about this book
What time period does the book cover?
It covers from the end of the Second World War to the present day, including conflicts up to Ukraine.
What is the main argument of the book?
The book argues that effective military leadership in modern conflict requires a deep understanding of political dynamics, making civilian priorities inseparable from battlefield strategy.
Does the book discuss specific wars?
Yes, it includes case studies such as the Cuban Missile Crisis and the Iraq War, among others.
What innovations in warfare does the book examine?
It examines innovations such as nuclear weapons and cyber interference, and how they have reshaped military command.