War Art

Author: Jomini
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Publish Date: 2003-10-01
Features: General Jomini, the "Newton" of military science, through his monumental work The Art of War, provides a clear explanation and objective analysis of the fundamental concepts and principles of war. He brings the spirit and methods of scientific research into this mysterious field, which was once considered unscientific, enabling people to recognize the importance of wisdom in warfare. The art of war, generally speaking, includes five pure military disciplines—strategy, grand tactics, logistics, engineering, and minor tactics. There is also a sixth discipline, which is generally unknown, perhaps called "the relationship between diplomacy and war." Although this discipline is more closely related to politicians than to soldiers, it cannot be denied. If it is said that this discipline is of little use to a low-level commander, then a high-level commander, such as a corps commander or above, absolutely must understand this knowledge.