Author - John Wheldon
Year published - 1968
Published by - Abelard-Schuman
Book Format - Hard Cover
Genre - Weapons, Equipment and Vehicles
Summary
This book is an excellent appraisal of the realities of machine warfare. Quite simply, the best introduction of which i am aware to the concepts of JFC Fuller’s “expanding torrent” theory of strategic exploitation of surprise, rapid tactical maneuver, and deep penetration of the enemy lines to “defeat the mind of the enemy through confusion “. Wheldon’s insights are underlain by his experience as a British tanker in the North African Theatre of War.
Notes - Some wear on dust jacket
Author - John Wheldon
Year published - 1968
Published by - Abelard-Schuman
Book Format - Hard Cover
Genre - Weapons, Equipment and Vehicles
Summary
This book is an excellent appraisal of the realities of machine warfare. Quite simply, the best introduction of which i am aware to the concepts of JFC Fuller’s “expanding torrent” theory of strategic exploitation of surprise, rapid tactical maneuver, and deep penetration of the enemy lines to “defeat the mind of the enemy through confusion “. Wheldon’s insights are underlain by his experience as a British tanker in the North African Theatre of War.
Notes - Some wear on dust jacket
