{"title":"Brett A. Friedman","description":"\u003cp\u003eWelcome to our curated collection of works by Brett A. Friedman, an insightful author whose expertise spans the intricate realms of history and military strategy. Friedman's contributions to military literature are both educational and engaging, making complex concepts accessible to readers of all backgrounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAmong his notable works is \u003cem\u003eOn Tactics: A Theory of Victory in Battle\u003c\/em\u003e, a compelling exploration that seeks to unravel the essence of tactical warfare. This book delves into the strategic intricacies that define successful engagements, offering readers a thoughtful analysis grounded in historical context.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eFriedman's writing is characterised by a clear and authoritative voice, providing invaluable perspectives for enthusiasts and professionals alike who are keen on understanding the subtle nuances that shape military operations. Each book in this collection promises to enrich your comprehension of tactical theory and its applications throughout history.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eWhether you're a student of military strategy, a history buff, or someone simply intrigued by the dynamics of warfare, Brett A. Friedman's works are an essential addition to your collection. Explore these thought-provoking books and embark on a journey through the strategic minds that have influenced pivotal battles across the ages.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"on-tactics-by-brett-a-friedman-9781682476246","title":"On Tactics","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"book-description\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOriginally setting out to write the very book that he would have wanted to own as a young infantryman, the author penned \u003cem\u003eOn Tactics\u003c\/em\u003e as a remedy for navigating the chaotic and inchoate realm of tactical theory. Challenging centuries-old conventional wisdom regarding the principles of war, tactics, and the roles of strategy, doctrine, experiential learning, and military history, Friedman’s work offers a striking synthesis of thinking on tactics as well as strategy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart One of the book establishes a tactical system meant to replace the Principles of War checklist. First, the contextual role of tactics with regards to strategy and war will be established. This will necessarily lean on major strategic theories in order to illuminate the role of tactics. This section will be formed around the Physical, Mental, and Moral planes of battlefield interaction used by theorists such as J.F.C Fuller and John Boyd. Each plane will then be examined in turn, and many of the classic Principles of War will be discussed along with some new ones.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eIt will present some standard methods that tacticians can use to gain an advantage on the battlefield using historical examples that illustrate each concept. These \"tactical tenets\" include manoeuvre, mass, firepower, tempo, surprise, deception, confusion, shock, and the role of the moral aspects of combat. Finally, Part One will circle back around by discussing the role of tactical victory—once achieved—in contributing to a strategy. Part One is short by design. It is intended to be both compelling and easily mastered for junior non-commissioned officers and company grade officers, while still rich enough to be interesting to both specialist and non-specialist academics. It is a book meant not just for bookshelves but also for ruck sacks and cargo pockets.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart Two builds on Part One by exploring concepts with which the tactician must be familiar, such as the culminating point of victory, mission tactics and decentralised command and control, offensive and defensive operations, and the initiative.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003ePart Three will conclude the book by examining implications of the presented tactical systems to a variety of other issues in strategic studies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Unknown","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":46849638007020,"sku":"9781682476246","price":49.99,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0705\/7784\/8556\/files\/465733482787.jpg?v=1759056789"}],"url":"https:\/\/bookhero.co.nz\/collections\/brett-a-friedman.oembed","provider":"Book Hero","version":"1.0","type":"link"}