Precepts And Judgments - Ferdinand Foch - Bog

Precepts and Judgments: With a Sketch of the Military Career of Marshal Foch is a book written by Ferdinand Foch, a French general and military strategist who played a crucial role in World War I. The book was first published in 1920 and offers a unique perspective on military strategy and tactics from one of the most successful military leaders of the 20th century.The book is divided into two parts. The first part, Precepts and Judgments, contains a collection of Foch's thoughts and opinions on various aspects of military strategy and tactics. He discusses topics such as the importance of surprise attacks, the role of artillery in modern warfare, and the need for flexibility and adaptability in battle.The second part of the book is a biographical sketch of Foch's military career. It covers his early life and education, his experiences in the Franco-Prussian War, and his rise through the ranks of the French military. The sketch also covers Foch's role in World War I, including his leadership of the Allied forces during the crucial Battle of the Marne.Overall, Precepts and Judgments: With a Sketch of the Military Career of Marshal Foch is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or strategy. Foch's insights into military tactics and his own experiences as a military leader offer a fascinating glimpse into the mind of one of the most successful generals of the modern era.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.