Introduction Interior lines (as opposed to exterior lines) is a military term, derived from the generic term line of operation or line of movement. The term “interior lines” is commonly used to illustrate, describe, and analyse the various possible routes (lines) of logistics, supply, recon, approach, attack, evasion, manoeuvre, or retreat of armed forces. Interior… Read More
Introduction Interior lines (as opposed to exterior lines) is a military term, derived from the generic term line of operation or line of movement (a term invented by 19th century Swiss-French officer and prominent author Antoine-Henri Jomini). The term “interior lines” is commonly used to illustrate, describe, and analyse the various possible routes (lines) of… Read More
Introduction The strategy of the central position (French: stratégie de la position centrale) was a key tactical doctrine followed by Napoleon in the Napoleonic Wars. Refer to Defeat in Detail and Interior Lines. Outline It involved attacking two cooperating armies at their hinge, swinging around to fight one until it fled, then turning to face… Read More
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