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Carl von Clausewitz

On War

Nonfiction | Book | Adult | Published in 1832

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Essay Topics

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How does Clausewitz define military strategy and tactics? What is their significance, and what is the relationship between them?

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What are “moral forces”? What is their significance in the context of war? Do you agree that they are a significant factor in the course and/or outcome of warfare?

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What role did Clausewitz’s own biography and military experience play in shaping his views on conducting warfare? Why does the author consider combat experience to be an integral part of understanding war theory?

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