by Andrew Marshall

War Philosophy: Science, Art or Trade

“War is a science for those who are outstanding; an art for mediocrities; a trade for ignoramuses.” Frederick II, aka Frederick the Great (1712 to 1786) The King of Prussia from 1740 until 1786, he is renowned for his reorganisation of the Prussian Army and military victories.

by Andrew Marshall

Fog of War: Natural or Self-Created?

“Errors of judgement there must be in war, and few would cavil at them, especially those due to the fog of war. But it is different when the fog is self-created by confused thought and limited study.” Captain Sir Basil Liddell Hart (1895 to 1970) Commonly known throughout most of his career as Captain B.… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Friction of War: Friendly Relations & Comradeship

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“Friendly relations contribute a lot to diminish the friction of war. Comradeship is the oil in the machine.” Captain Sir Basil Liddell Hart (1895 to 1970) Commonly known throughout most of his career as Captain B. H. Liddell Hart, was an English soldier, military historian and military theorist.

by Andrew Marshall

Officers & Troops: Inevitable, Inadequately & Effectively

“We have verified the inevitable – that inadequately trained officers cannot train troops effectively.” Lieutenant General Lesley J. McNair (1883 to 1944) quoted in 1943 by Khan, McNair, Educator of an Army. McNair was a US Army officer who served during World War I and World War II. He was the ‘unsung architect of the US Army’… Read More

by Andrew Marshall

Victory: Possible vs Non-Possible

“A good general not only sees the way to victory; he also knows when victory is not possible.” Polybius (200 B.C. to 118 B.C.; Greek historian of the Hellenistic period noted for his work, The Histories, which covered the period of 264–146 BC in detail) The Rise of the Roman Empire, circa 125 BC