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Author Morningstar, James Kelly, author

Title Patton's way : a radical theory of war / James Kelly Morningstar
Published Annapolis, Maryland : Naval Institute Press, [2017]

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Contents Significant events in George S. Patton's life -- Legends and lies -- A series of shocks -- Combined arms -- Command and control -- Intelligence -- Breakout: conceptualization -- Breakout: execution -- Death and resurrection -- The limits of legacy -- Notes
Summary "Patton's Way is a unique approach to the legend of General George S. Patton Jr. and his development and application of modern warfare. The book argues that popular representations of Patton are built on misconceptions and incomplete understandings about his approach to battle. The author identifies four core principles in Patton's creed: targeting the enemy's morale through shock; utilizing highly practiced combined arms mechanized columns; relying on mission tactics and flexible command and control; and employing multi-layered and synthesized intelligence systems to identify enemy capabilities and weak spots."--Provided
Bibliography Includes bibliographical references and index
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Subject Patton, George S. (George Smith), 1885-1945 -- Military leadership
SUBJECT Patton, George S. (George Smith), 1885-1945 fast
Subject United States. Army -- Biography.
SUBJECT United States. Army fast
Subject Generals -- United States -- Biography
World War, 1939-1945 -- Campaigns.
Military doctrine -- United States -- History -- 20th century
1900 - 1999.
Military doctrine.
Generals
Military campaigns
Military doctrine
Command of troops
United States
Genre/Form Biographies
History
Form Electronic book
LC no. 2017012997
ISBN 1612519784
9781612519784