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Buch (Softcover): Sachbuch
The History of Military Logistics
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Independently Published Unsere-Artikel-Nr.: P36349808
EAN: 9798189473074
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Nicht auf Lager
Zustellung: Di, 08.09.2026
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Beschreibung
Every great military victory begins long before the first shot is fired. The History of Military Logistics reveals the hidden engine behind every successful campaign-how armies have been fed, fueled, armed, and moved across continents for more than 3,000 years. From the grain depots of ancient empires to the vast global supply chains that sustain modern militaries, this comprehensive history uncovers the unseen systems that determine whether nations triumph or collapse. Travel through the campaigns of Alexander the Great, Rome's mighty legions, the Crusades, the Mongol Empire, Napoleon's Grand Armée, the World Wars, and today's high-tech military operations. Discover how roads, railways, shipping, fuel, engineering, medicine, communications, and industrial production became just as decisive as battlefield tactics. Inside you'll discover:. - How ancient civilizations kept massive armies supplied across vast distances- The logistics genius behind Rome's military dominance- Why Napoleon's invasion of Russia collapsed despite battlefield brilliance- The enormous industrial supply networks that made victory possible in the World Wars- How railways, steamships, trucks, aircraft, and container shipping transformed warfare- The rise of computerized logistics, satellite tracking, and modern military supply chains. Drawing on thousands of years of military history, this book demonstrates a timeless truth: battles may be won by soldiers, but wars are won by logistics. Richly researched and written in an engaging, accessible style, it is an essential read for military enthusiasts, history lovers, students, and anyone fascinated by the unseen machinery that powers war. Whether you're interested in ancient empires, modern conflicts, military engineering, or strategic planning, The History of Military Logistics offers a fascinating journey through the systems that have shaped the rise and fall of nations.
Spezifikationen
Sprache
- Englisch
Autor
- Dennis Brooks
Erscheinungsjahr
- 2026
Format
- Buch (Softcover)
Anzahl Seiten
- 142