Clausewitzian Friction and Future War Revised Edition
Clausewitzian Friction and Future War Revised Edition by Barry D. Watts is a detailed examination of military theory and its implications for future conflicts. Published by CreateSpace Independent Publishing Platform on July 9, 2012, this revised edition spans 134 pages and is presented in English. The work builds upon the original paper completed in December 1995, offering insights into the concept of friction in warfare, including discussions on Scharnhorst’s influence, strategic surprise, and air combat data.
Readers will find a thorough analysis that retains the essence of the original study while incorporating significant sections that were previously omitted. This edition delves into the complexities of military history and theory, providing a nuanced perspective on how friction affects warfare. The text is structured to facilitate understanding of these military concepts, making it a valuable resource for those interested in the historical and strategic dimensions of military operations.
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The original version of this paper, completed in December 1995, was condensed by Williamson Murray, editor of Brassey’s Mershon American Defense Annual, for the 1996-1997 edition. This condensation did not include three entire sections that are part of this present study (chapter 3 on Scharnhorst’s influence, chapter 6 on strategic surprise, and chapter 9, which contained air combat data bearing on the role of friction in future war). Dr. Murray also cut significant parts of other sections, especially in chapter 10, and precipitated a fair amount of rewriting as he and I worked toward a version that met his length constraint but still reflected the essence of the original paper. While this process led to many textual improvements, it did not generate any substantive changes.
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