What are the independent variables that determine success in war? Drawing on 40 years of studying and teaching war, political scientist Christian P. Potholm presents a ‘template of Mars, ‘ seven variables that have served as predictors of military success over time and across cultures. In Winning at War, Potholm explains these variables_technology, sustained ruthlessness, discipline, receptivity to innovation, protection of military capital from civilians and rulers, will, and the belief that there will always be another war_and provides case studies of their implementation, from ancient battles to today.
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语言 英语 ● 格式 EPUB ● ISBN 9781442201323 ● 出版者 Rowman & Littlefield Publishers ● 发布时间 2010 ● 下载 6 时 ● 货币 EUR ● ID 2466731 ● 复制保护 Adobe DRM
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