Logistics: The Key to Victory

Logistics is an essential aspect of warfare, and this book fills a gap in war studies by focusing on key conflicts, developments, and concepts. Factors affecting logistics include climate, geography, food supplies, welfare of troops, payment, transport, communications, terrain, and distance, as well as government policy, stability, and financial conditions.

\n Format: Hardback
\n \n Publication date: 01 September 2021
\n Publisher: Pen & Sword Books Ltd
\n

Warfare is an intricate and multifaceted endeavor, and logistics plays a pivotal role in its success. While strategy, tactics, weaponry, and command receive significant attention in war studies, the importance of logistics often goes overlooked. This book is a groundbreaking and much-needed contribution to the field, as it brings logistics to the forefront of war studies, recognizing its central role in all conflicts, both globally and historically.

The focus of this book is on key conflicts, developments, and concepts, highlighting the indispensable role of logistics in shaping the outcomes of wars. It illustrates how logistics has evolved alongside technological advancements, while the underlying issues remain constant. This book serves as a comprehensive and concise world history of logistics, offering a wealth of information in a detailed and accessible format.

Various factors influence logistics in warfare, including climate, geography, food supplies, troop welfare, payment, transportation, communications, terrain, and distance. Government policy, stability, and financial conditions also play a significant role in shaping the logistics landscape. The book considers both theoretical and practical aspects of supply, encompassing a range of historical periods, from classical, ancient, early, and medieval times to modern eras of industrial warfare, particularly with the use of oil and steam, as well as scientific and technical advances, including cyber warfare and smart weapons.

By examining these factors, the book provides a comprehensive understanding of the logistics challenges and opportunities that have shaped the course of history. It sheds light on the strategies and tactics employed by military commanders to ensure the efficient movement of troops, supplies, and equipment, and how logistics has influenced the outcomes of battles and wars. This book is a valuable resource for students, scholars, military professionals, and anyone interested in the study of warfare and its impact on society. It offers insights into the complex interplay between technology, strategy, and logistics and highlights the importance of logistics in achieving military objectives.

\n Weight: 554g\n
Dimension: 165 x 240 x 28 (mm)\n
ISBN-13: 9781399006019\n \n