Michael Shurkin Livres

Tracing the evolution of the U.S. Army throughout American history, the authors of this four-volume series show that there is no such thing as a “traditional” U.S. military policy. Rather, the laws that authorize, empower, and govern the U.S. armed forces emerged from long-standing debates and a series of legislative compromises between 1903 and 1940. Volume I traces U.S. military policy from the colonial era through the Spanish-American War.

The book analyzes how the British, French, and German armies navigate substantial budget reductions while striving to maintain their capabilities for full spectrum operations. It delves into the strategic adjustments and operational impacts of these financial constraints, offering insights into military planning and resource allocation in a changing economic landscape.

Provides a historical analysis of how militaries have deployed light and mechanized infantry with armored forces during close urban combat, to identify the comparative advantages and costs of this warfighting approach and lessons learned.