Military Strategies
In creating a plan for war, leaders must assess the situation and discover their enemy's weaknesses. Examine these resources for information on history's greatest military minds and the strategies they employed.
Fabian Strategy: Wearing Down the Enemy
Fabian strategy is one where pitched battles are avoided in favor of harassment and waging a war of attrition. Pioneered by Quintus Fabius Maximus, Fabian strategy has been employed several times through history, most notably during the American Revolution.
Fabian strategy is one where pitched battles are avoided in favor of harassment and waging a war of attrition. Pioneered by Quintus Fabius Maximus, Fabian strategy has been employed several times through history, most notably during the American Revolution.
President Dwight D. Eisenhower Defines Domino Theory
A transcript of the April 7, 1954, press conference during which President Eisenhower explains Domino Theory and its relation to Southeast Asia.
A transcript of the April 7, 1954, press conference during which President Eisenhower explains Domino Theory and its relation to Southeast Asia.
Principles of War by Carl von Clausewitz
Written in 1812, "Principles of War" was a precursor to Carl von Clausewitz's famed "On War." This online edition provides insight into his early thoughts on warfare.
Written in 1812, "Principles of War" was a precursor to Carl von Clausewitz's famed "On War." This online edition provides insight into his early thoughts on warfare.
The Art of War by Sun Tzu
A translation of Chinese general Sun Tzu's masterpiece, "The Art of War."
A translation of Chinese general Sun Tzu's masterpiece, "The Art of War."