Advanced-Guard, Out-Post, And Detachment Service Of Troops: With The Essential Principles Of Strategy And Grand Tactics (1863) (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781436761314)

Advanced-Guard, Out-Post, And Detachment Service Of Troops: With The Essential Principles Of Strategy And Grand Tactics is a military strategy book written by Dennis Hart Mahan in 1863. The book provides a comprehensive guide to the advanced-guard, out-post, and detachment service of troops, with a focus on the essential principles of strategy and grand tactics. Mahan's work is divided into four parts, each of which covers a different aspect of military strategy. The first part deals with the advanced-guard, which is responsible for scouting ahead of the main body of troops to gather information about the enemy's movements and intentions. The second part covers the out-post, which is responsible for securing the perimeter of a camp or other military position. The third part deals with the detachment service, which involves sending small groups of troops on specific missions. The fourth and final part covers the essential principles of strategy and grand tactics, which are the overarching concepts that guide military decision-making.Throughout the book, Mahan emphasizes the importance of discipline, organization, and communication in military operations. He also stresses the need for flexibility and adaptability, as well as the importance of understanding the terrain and the enemy's strengths and weaknesses. Overall, Advanced-Guard, Out-Post, And Detachment Service Of Troops: With The Essential Principles Of Strategy And Grand Tactics is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military strategy or the history of warfare. Mahan's insights and advice are still relevant today, more than 150 years after the book was first published.For The Use Of Officers Of The Militia And Volunteers.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Author: Dennis Hart Mahan
ISBN-10: 143676131X
ISBN-13: 9781436761314
Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
Language: English
Published: 06/29/2008
Pages: 324
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.96lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.68d