"Theories of Victory" by Bradford A. Lee
Dates
- Other: 2005 Aug 29
Creator
- Lee, Bradford A. (Person)
Summary
This lecture addresses the tactical and operational levels of warfare, focusing on the process of winning wars. It introduces a theory of victory, which is likened to a roadmap with many possible routes to success. Lee outlines theories of victory as a pragmatic approach to achieving political objectives through military operations. It also highlights the role of policymakers and military strategists in shaping a vision of victory into a practical theory of victory. The lecture also investigates Pericles’ strategic approach during the Peloponnesian War, focusing on Athenian naval power to frustrate Spartan land battle desires and impose blockades.
Extent
72.4 Megabytes : Runtime: 50:17
General Note
CD 5850
Source
- Naval War College (U.S.). Strategy & Policy Department (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Naval War College Archives Repository