Lieutenant General Pete Quesada and General Field Marshall Wolfram Von Richthofe (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781500833107)

This book comprises an analysis of two contemporary tactical airpower commanders from World War II, Lieutenant General Elwood Pete Quesada and General Feld Marshall Wolfram Freiherr von Richthofen. It attempts to determine how they succeeded where others failed. Whether solving operational issues, developing technical innovations, or devising logistic solutions, these commanders transcended service-centric doctrine and loyalties in order to achieve their objectives. The author searches for common elements among their personal background, professional education, officer development, and operational experience that help explain their uncommon triumphs. The book includes both external and internal factors to determine which is dominant. The final section includes five recommendations intended for those who conduct officer accession, professional development, and promotion boards. The ultimate objective is to provide timeless criteria that transcend technological advancements and the changing character of war.

Author: School of Advanced Air and Space Studies
ISBN-10: 150083310X
ISBN-13: 9781500833107
Publisher: Createspace Independent Publishing Platform
Language: English
Published: 08/14/2014
Pages: 188
Format: Paperback
Weight: 0.99lbs
Size: 11.02h x 8.50w x 0.40d