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Liddell Hart, Basil Henry, Sir
1895
1970
Hart, B. H. Liddell (Basil Henry Liddell), Sir
Hart, Sir Basil Henry Liddell
Hart, Liddell, Sir
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Paris : $b or, the future of war
$aNew York :$bE. P. Dutton & Company, $c1925.
To-day and to-morrow series
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"Paris: or, the future of war" by Sir Basil Henry Liddell Hart is a scholarly treatise on military strategy and the evolution of warfare, likely written in the early 20th century, shortly after World War I. The book examines the implications of technological advancements, particularly air power, on the nature of war, and argues for a strategic re-evaluation of military objectives. It delves into the psychological and moral dimensions of conflict, positing that the true aim of war should be to subdue the enemy's will rather than merely to destroy its armed forces. In this insightful work, Liddell Hart critiques the traditional military doctrine that prioritizes the annihilation of enemy troops as flawed and counterproductive. He emphasizes the need for a shift in focus towards more strategic and moral objectives, which include weakening the enemy's resolve through economic and psychological means. By providing historical examples, such as the failures of past military campaigns, he illustrates the importance of targeting the enemy’s nerve centers and resources. Through a thorough analysis of various weapons and tactics, Hart foresees a future in which air dominance and innovative approaches to warfare will play a crucial role, calling for a more humane and effective military strategy that aims for lasting peace rather than simple victory. (This is an automatically generated summary.)
https://archive.org/details/parisorfutureofw0000hhli
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