“Fools say that they learn from experience. I prefer to learn from other people’s experience.” Otto von Bismark (1815-1898) Bismarck was responsible for transforming a collection of small German states into the German empire, and was its first chancellor.
Research Paper Title German Officer Education in the Interwar Years. Abstract This dissertation is trying to discover some of the reasons why the Germans were so successful on the tactical level during World War II. Several factors contributed to this. The dissertation however, will limit itself to focussing on the human side of it. To be… Read More
“To be a successful commander, one must combine the qualities of leadership with a knowledge of his profession. Either without the other is notof much avail.” Admiral Raymond A. Spruance, “Thesis on Command”U.S. Naval War College, 11 September 1926
Research Paper Title Future of Officer Career Development System in the Slovenian Armed Forces. Abstract The thesis describes the Officer Career Development (OCD) system in the SAF for the first ten years of the officer’s career. The main purpose of the paper is to develop a proposed OCD system for the SAF, which will provide a certain… Read More
Research Paper Title The Dynamics of Doctrine: The Changes in German Tactical Doctrine during the First World War. Abstract This paper is a case study in the wartime evolution of tactical doctrine. Besides providing a summary of German Infantry tactics of the First World War, this study offers insights into the crucial role of leadership… Read More
“But strategic and tactical ability, skill as a trainer, and reserves of physique and willpower are qualities such as lesser commanders may possess without satisfying the demands of higher command. There is another essential facility required […] it is the ability to deal productively with Government and with Allies.” (Macksey, 1975, p.213). Reference Macksey, K.… Read More
“…motto created by the venerable Generalfeldmarschall von Hindenburg “Loyalty is the essence of honour”.” Kenneth Macksey (1975, p.189) quoting Heinz Guderian (WW2 German general and founding father of armoured fighting forces). Reference Macksey, K. (1975) Guderian: Panzer General. London: MacDonald and Jane’s.
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