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In the glamour Of battle heroism the world loses sight Of the mechanics of war. It is more thrilling to have an emotion about a forlorn trench hope led to victory than to hear about a supply column that reached the front under a storm of shells. Yet the courage of the teamsters who face death with only the reins in their hands is fit to rank with the valour of the fighting men armed with guns.
War has become a business. It is the world's supreme task at this moment. Business as usual has gone into the scrap heap along with many other illusions that clogged effort and begot a costly Optimism in the early days of the conflict. The one definite work of civilization is to win the war. The path to victory is through organization.
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- PublisherForgotten Books
- Publication date2018
- ISBN 10 1330498992
- ISBN 13 9781330498996
- BindingPaperback
- LanguageEnglish
- Number of pages357
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Paperback. Condition: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the surprisingly complex world of the British Army's supply and transport system during the First World War. The author, a seasoned observer of big business, reveals how this seemingly mundane aspect of war transformed into a colossal, highly organized enterprise. He explores the meticulous organization and standardization that enabled the British to feed, clothe, and equip millions of soldiers across vast distances, even amidst the chaos and dangers of the battlefield. The book sheds light on the critical role of civilian experts and business practices in wartime logistics, showing how a system of strict contracts, centralized control of raw materials, and constant oversight ensured the efficient and economical provisioning of troops. The author emphasizes the parallels between the logistical challenges of war and the competitive dynamics of peacetime commerce, arguing that the British experience provided valuable lessons for managing both military and industrial enterprises in a world increasingly dependent on efficient supply chains. The book offers a captivating glimpse into a crucial but often overlooked aspect of modern warfare, revealing how the business of war became a prelude to a more efficient and ordered peace. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Seller Inventory # 9781330498996_0
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