A Course of Instruction in the Elements of the Art and Science of War: For the Use of Cadets of the United States Military Academy (Classic Reprint) - Hardcover

J. B. Wheeler

9780267633913: A Course of Instruction in the Elements of the Art and Science of War: For the Use of Cadets of the United States Military Academy (Classic Reprint)

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ISBN 10: 0267633912 ISBN 13: 9780267633913

Publisher: Forgotten Books, 2018

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Master the fundamentals of military formation, movement, and campaign planning from a classic field manual.

This authoritative guide, designed for cadets and students of military art, lays out the core principles of how armies organize, maneuver, and fight. Drawing on practical examples and period doctrine, it explains how formations adapt under fire, how different branches operate in concert, and how strategic plans are built from terrain, supply, and enemy strength. The edition presents a clear view of the structure of the U.S. Army as it stood in its era, with emphasis on discipline, organization, and effective leadership in the field.

Infantry and cavalry formations, ranks, and the mechanics of moving in battle.
Artillery setup, caissons, and the front-to-front planning of a battery.
Logistics, roads, railways, and waterways as the backbone of strategic and tactical moves.
How campaigns are planned, adjusted for terrain, and executed with discipline and foresight.

Ideal for readers interested in military history, 19th‑century strategy, or cadet training in the fundamentals of war.

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