A brief survey of the evolution of warfare during World War II, by the author of America’s War in Vietnam.

Drawn from the second edition of Larry H. Addington’s The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century, this e-book short discusses the evolution of warfare during World War II. Addington highlights developments in strategies and tactics and logistics and weaponry, providing detailed analyses of important battles and campaigns. It is an excellent introduction for both students and the general reader.

Praise for The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century

“There is nothing else in print that tells so much so concisely about how war has been conducted since the days of Gen. George Washington.” —Russell F. Weigley

“A superior synthesis. Well written, nicely organized, remarkably comprehensive, and laced with facts.” —Military Affairs

© 2012 INshort (E-bog): 9780253010032

Release date

E-bog: 13. december 2012