STRATEGY
Command: The Politics of Military Operations from Korea to Ukraine
By Lawrence Freedman · 624 pages
Why this title matters
Lawrence Freedman traces political-military command relationships across seven decades of conflict, examining how civilian leaders and military commanders share authority, manage disagreement, and — occasionally — build enough trust to actually win. Essential reading for any officer who wants to understand the environment above the operational level.
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Reading category: STRATEGY
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