DOC Alfred Von Schlieffen's Military Writings (Military History and Policy) by From Routledge in History

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0 of 0 people found the following review helpful. Excellent reference and provides insight to reading early campaigns of ...By M.RichExcellent reference and provides insight to reading early campaigns of WWI when paired with the German Army 1908 Regulations. The two together provide the background doctrinal foundation as to why certain operational and even strategic decisions were made.3 of 3 people found the following review helpful. Excellent; nuanced translation and interpretationBy MSThis well written book is for specialists; advanced students; or people deeply immersed in the topic. The sources are extremely well translated; and the author's commentary helpful; providing plenty of context; and taking Schlieffen seriously instead of putting forward a stereotype of him. Am glad this came out in paperback and Kindle format. I had to get the hardcover back in the day.