A course of instruction in the elements of the art and science of war : for the use of the cadets of the United States Military Academy / By J.B. Wheeler.

Author/creator Wheeler, J. B.
Format Book
Publication InfoNew York : D. Van Nostrand, 1878.
Descriptionxiv, 326 pages : illustrations ; 19 cm
Subjects

Contents Definition of the art of war -- Strategy -- Plan of campaign -- Composition of an army -- Marches -- Battles -- Positions -- Attack of positions -- Defensive operations -- Advanced guards and outposts -- Detachments, convoys, etc. -- Ambuscades and surprises -- Reconnoissances -- Foraging, partisans, etc. -- Camps, bivouacs, cantonments, etc. -- Modern warfare.
Acquisitions source Joyner Rare copy [30372017659191] purchased from Lavendier Books, 11/19/2023
Acquisitions source Joyner Rare copy [30372017659126] purchased from Sequiter Books, 11/19/2023
Issued in other formOnline version: Wheeler, J.B. (Junius Brutus), 1830-1886. Course of instruction in the elements of the art and science of war. New York, D. Van Nostrand, 1878
LCCN 12040231

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Joyner Rare Collection U102 .W56 1878 ✔ Available Request Material
Joyner Rare Collection U102 .W56 1878 ✔ Available Request Material