Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One

The Accidental Guerrilla: Fighting Small Wars in the Midst of a Big One

by David Kilcullen

4.6 out of 5

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A Review

Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, strategy, or current events. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges of fighting small wars in the midst of a major conflict.

The book is divided into three parts. The first part provides a historical overview of small wars, from the Peloponnesian War to the Vietnam War. The second part examines the challenges of fighting small wars in the midst of a major conflict, such as the difficulty of distinguishing between friend and foe, the need to balance military objectives with political considerations, and the challenge of winning the support of the local population.

The third part of the book offers a series of case studies of small wars that have been fought in the midst of major conflicts, such as the Boer War, the Malayan Emergency, and the Vietnam War. These case studies provide valuable insights into the challenges and complexities of fighting small wars.

Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One is a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on the challenges of fighting small wars. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, strategy, or current events.

About the Author

Dr. John Nagl is a retired US Army officer and a senior fellow at the Center for a New American Security. He is the author of several books on military strategy, including Learning to Eat Soup with a Knife: Counterinsurgency Lessons from Malaya and Vietnam and Counterinsurgency: Theory and Practice.

Praise for Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One

"Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, strategy, or current events. It provides a unique perspective on the challenges of fighting small wars in the midst of a major conflict." - The Washington Post

"Nagl's book is a valuable contribution to the literature on small wars. It is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the challenges of fighting small wars in the midst of a major conflict." - The New York Times

"Fighting Small Wars In The Midst Of Big One is a well-written and informative book that provides a valuable perspective on the challenges of fighting small wars. It is a must-read for anyone interested in military history, strategy, or current events." - The Wall Street Journal

The Accidental Guerrilla: Fighting Small Wars in the Midst of a Big One

by David Kilcullen

4.6 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	2542 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	369 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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