Winning at War: Seven Keys to Military Victory throughout History - Hardcover

by Christian P. Potholm II (Author)

In Winning at War, Christian Potholm explains how seven variables-technology, sustained ruthlessness, discipline, receptivity to innovation, protection of military capital from civilians and rulers, will, and the belief that there will always be another war-have served as predictors of military success over time and across cultures. He provides case studies of their implementation, from ancient battles to today.

Author Biography

Christian P. Potholm, II is professor of government at Bowdoin College.