The German Way of War: From the Thirty Years' War to the Third Reich

From start to finish this scholarly and lively overview of military operations stresses the German predilection for a short war of movement (Bewegungskrieg) and tolerance for initiative on the part of local commanders (Auftragstaktik) that grew from the Prussian military tradition.

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Published in:History 2006, Vol.34 (3), p.89
Main Author: Zeps, Michael J
Format: Review
Language:English
Subjects:
European history
Military strategy
Nonfiction
World War I
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Summary:From start to finish this scholarly and lively overview of military operations stresses the German predilection for a short war of movement (Bewegungskrieg) and tolerance for initiative on the part of local commanders (Auftragstaktik) that grew from the Prussian military tradition.
ISSN:0361-2759
1930-8280