21st Century Patton

Author : J Furman Daniel
Publisher : Naval Institute Press
Page : 177 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2016-09-15
Category : History
ISBN : 9781682470640

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21st Century Patton by J Furman Daniel Pdf

While General George S. Patton Jr. remains an iconic figure seventy years after his death, few fully appreciate him as a strategic thinker. Indeed, his flamboyant personality often obscures the fact that he was a lifelong student of the military arts, a true strategic visionary, and a unique figure in American military history. This short volume introduces readers to a more complete and nuanced Patton. By tracing his intellectual development and connecting his views on strategic thought and history to the issues of the present day, this book offers a bold, fresh view on the famous general. Linking Patton’s success as a warfighter to his efforts as a thinker, this book hopes to kindle debate on managing human capital within the military. Most surely the book will demonstrate that—like Patton— the seeds of military success can be planted throughout a lifetime of formal and self-directed study of the military arts.

Author : J. Furman Daniel
Publisher : University of Missouri Press
Page : 322 pages
File Size : 52,5 Mb
Release : 2020-04-03
Category : History
ISBN : 9780826274458

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Patton by J. Furman Daniel Pdf

General George S. Patton Jr. is one of the most successful yet misunderstood figures in American military history. Despite the many books and articles written about him, none considers in depth how his love of history shaped the course of his life. In this thematic biography, Furman Daniel traces Patton’s obsession with history and argues that it informed and contributed to many of his successes, both on and off the battlefield. Patton deliberately cultivated the image of himself as a warrior from ages past; the more interesting truth is that he was an exceptionally dedicated student of history. He was a hard worker and voracious reader who gave a great deal of thought to how military history might inform his endeavors. Most scholars have overlooked this element of Patton’s character, which Daniel argues is essential to understanding the man’s genius.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 516 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 2018
Category : Military history
ISBN : UCBK:C117431010

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Army History by Anonim Pdf

Author : Anna Bennett
Publisher : University Press of America
Page : 159 pages
File Size : 47,6 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 9780761857969

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The Power Paradox by Anna Bennett Pdf

The Power Paradox reveals how mainstream views of power restrict the conceptual insights needed to resolve conflict. Bennett identifies fascinating contradictions within discourses of power and relational dynamics, acknowledging the enduring quandary of power struggles: we are all implicated within them.

Author : Alan Axelrod
Publisher : St. Martin's Griffin
Page : 224 pages
File Size : 45,9 Mb
Release : 2015-12-29
Category : Biography & Autobiography
ISBN : 9781250109330

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Patton: A Biography by Alan Axelrod Pdf

George S. Patton embodied contradiction: a cavalryman steeped in romantic military tradition, he nevertheless pulled a reluctant American military into the most advanced realms of highly mobile armored warfare. An autocratic snob, Patton created unparalleled rapport and loyalty with the lowliest private in his command; an outspoken racist, he led the only racially integrated U.S. military unit in World War II; an exuberantly profane man, he prayed daily and believed God had destined him for military greatness; a profoundly insecure individual, he made his Third Army the most self-confident and consistently victorious fighting force in the European theater. From Patton's boyhood battling dyslexia and becoming an avid reader, to his leadership strategies that modernized the U.S. army, Alan Axelrod delivers a fascinating account of Patton's life and legacy.

Author : Dennis Showalter
Publisher : Penguin
Page : 452 pages
File Size : 42,9 Mb
Release : 2006-01-03
Category : History
ISBN : 0425206637

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Patton and Rommel by Dennis Showalter Pdf

General George S. Patton. His tongue was as sharp as the cavalry saber he once wielded, and his fury as explosive as the shells he’d ordered launched from his tank divisions. Despite his profane, posturing manner, and the sheer enthusiasm for conflict that made both his peers and the public uncomfortable, Patton’s very presence commanded respect. Had his superiors given him free rein, the U.S. Army could have claimed victory in Berlin as early as November of 1944. General Erwin Rommel. His battlefield manner was authoritative, his courage proven in the trenches of World War I when he was awarded the Blue Max. He was a front line soldier who led by example from the turrets of his Panzers. Appointed to command Adolf Hitler’s personal security detail, Rommel had nothing for contempt for the atrocities perpetrated by the Reich. His role in the Führer’s assassination attempt led to his downfall. Except for a brief confrontation in North Africa, these two legendary titans never met in combat. Patton and Rommel is the first single-volume study to deal with the parallel lives of two generals who earned not only the loyalty and admiration of their own men, but the respect of their enemies, and the enmity of the leaders they swore to obey. From the origins of their military prowess, forged on the battlefields of World War I, to their rise through the ranks, to their inevitable clashes with political authority, military historian Dennis Showalter presents a riveting portrait of two men whose battle strategies changed the face of warfare and continue to be studied in military academies around the globe.

Author : Michael D. Matthews
Publisher : Oxford University Press
Page : 289 pages
File Size : 55,9 Mb
Release : 2014
Category : Political Science
ISBN : 9780199916177

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Head Strong by Michael D. Matthews Pdf

Changes in the world's political landscape coupled with radical advances in the technology of war will greatly alter how militaries are formed, trained, and led. In Head Strong: Psychology and Military Dominance in the 21st Century, Michael D. Matthews explores the many ways that psychology will make the difference for wars yet to come.

Author : Ibironke Lawal
Publisher : Elsevier
Page : 229 pages
File Size : 50,9 Mb
Release : 2009-08-30
Category : Language Arts & Disciplines
ISBN : 9781780630151

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Library and Information Science Research in the 21st Century by Ibironke Lawal Pdf

The first of its kind, this book provides a theoretically informed research guide and draws attention to areas of potential research in Library and Information Science. It explores the nexus of theory and practice and offers suggestions for collaborative projects. The clear text, simple style and rich content make the book an invaluable resource for students, scholars and practicing librarians, as well as the general reader who may be interested in library and information science research. Apart from providing basic research tools, it acquaints librarians with a theoretical compass for dealing with digital media It pays particular attention to the electronic media Addresses topics of current interests in the field, such as user-centered services

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 346 pages
File Size : 53,9 Mb
Release : 2011
Category : Armored vehicles, Military
ISBN : NWU:35556042285452

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Armor by Anonim Pdf

Author : Major Jack D. Flowers
Publisher : Pickle Partners Publishing
Page : 36 pages
File Size : 48,6 Mb
Release : 2015-11-06
Category : History
ISBN : 9781786253194

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Patton, Third Army And Operational Maneuver by Major Jack D. Flowers Pdf

On 16 December 1944, the German Army launched an offensive in the Ardennes to split Allied forces and retake the ports of Antwerp and Liege. The German advance split the XII Army forces and left the 101st Airborne Division surrounded at Bastogne. To relieve the encircled units in the Ardennes and defeat the German offensive, Third Army conducted an impressive counterattack into the flank of the Germans. The flexibility to turn ninety degrees during the worst winter in thirty-eight years and relieve the encircled forces stands out as one of the greatest operational maneuvers in history. While this operation is unique, the actions of the commander and staff that planned and executed it deserve closer analysis to determine what enabled them to orchestrate this maneuver. It is especially remarkable, when taken in context, how rapidly the Army changed during the previous four years. The US Army anticipating eventual war in Europe began a transformation which included drastic changes in force structure and doctrine. The primary transformation in doctrine was the revision of Field Service Regulation 100-5. The 1941 edition of 100-5 superseded a tentative version published in 1939 which was the first major revision of warfighting doctrine since 1923. It was with this manual that the Army went to war. It was also the manual used to train and teach new and reserve officers who had little experience in the study and practice of war. How important and to what extent did Patton’s Third Army apply the doctrine in conducting the Battle of the Bulge? Particularly relevant to serving officers today is to analyze the operations of Third Army in terms of doctrine that existed in 1944 and today’s current doctrine. An examination of similarities and differences between the doctrines may allow development of possible conclusions on the ability of future forces to conduct decisive maneuver in compressed time and space.

Author : Anonim
Publisher : Emerald Group Publishing
Page : 248 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 2017-09-11
Category : Education
ISBN : 9781787148598

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Work-Integrated Learning in the 21st Century by Anonim Pdf

This book explores new questions about the state of work and work readiness for new university and college graduates in the context of work-integrated learning in the 21st century and the role of higher education in preparing students for the challenges of global economic shifts in the labour market.

Author : West Point Association of Graduates (Organization).
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 858 pages
File Size : 51,7 Mb
Release : 2007
Category : Electronic
ISBN : WISC:89118749068

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Assembly by West Point Association of Graduates (Organization). Pdf

Author : Unesco
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 158 pages
File Size : 53,8 Mb
Release : 2002
Category : Counseling in vocational education
ISBN : UGA:32108045158469

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Technical and Vocational Education and Training in the 21st Century by Unesco Pdf

Author : Tan Wee Hin, Leo,Subramaniam, R.
Publisher : IGI Global
Page : 1076 pages
File Size : 46,9 Mb
Release : 2009-05-31
Category : Computers
ISBN : 9781605661216

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Handbook of Research on New Media Literacy at the K-12 Level: Issues and Challenges by Tan Wee Hin, Leo,Subramaniam, R. Pdf

Provides comprehensive articles on significant issues, methods, and theories currently combining the studies of technology and literacy.

Author : James R. Stone III,Morgan V. Lewis
Publisher : Teachers College Press
Page : 225 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2015-04-17
Category : Education
ISBN : 9780807770931

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College and Career Ready in the 21st Century by James R. Stone III,Morgan V. Lewis Pdf

More than half of 9th graders in the United States will never complete a college degree. High schools must do more than prepare some students for college: They must prepare all American youth for productive lives as well as continued learning beyond high school. In this timely volume, two educational leaders advocate for a more meaningful high school experience. To accomplish this, the authors argue that we need to change the focus of our current high school reform efforts from "college for all" to "careers for all." This work shows how schools can prepare young people both for the emerging workplace and postsecondary education.