Carl Von Clausewitz
Carl Von Clausewitz was a Prussian general and military theorist who is most famous for his book 'On War' (Vom Kriege), which is considered one of the most important works on military strategy and tactics ever written. Born on June 1, 1780, in Burg bei Magdeburg, Prussia, Clausewitz served in the Prussian army and also held various important administrative and educational posts. His experiences in the Napoleonic Wars were influential in shaping his theoretical writings. Clausewitz's ideas on war, politics, and strategy continue to be studied in military academies around the world. He died on November 16, 1831, in Breslau, Prussia (now Wrocław, Poland).
Books
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1. On War
This book is a comprehensive analysis of warfare, written by a Prussian military theorist. It discusses the philosophical aspects of war, such as its political nature and purpose, as well as its practical aspects, such as strategy and tactics. The author argues that war is an extension of politics by other means and that its ultimate objective is to compel the enemy to fulfill our will. He also introduces the concept of "friction" in war, which refers to the unpredictable factors that can affect the outcome of military operations.
