The Direction of War: A Critique of the Political Direction and High Command in War

""The Direction of War"" by Edgar James Kingston McCloughry is a critical analysis of the political direction and high command in war. The book delves into the complexities of war and explores the role of leadership in shaping the outcome of battles. McCloughry argues that the direction of war is often influenced by political considerations and personal agendas, rather than military strategy and tactics. He examines various historical conflicts, including World War I and II, and uses them to illustrate his points. The author also provides insights into the decision-making processes of military leaders and the impact of their decisions on the outcome of wars. ""The Direction of War"" is a thought-provoking book that challenges readers to rethink their understanding of war and the role of leadership in it.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.