Publisher's Synopsis
Arms and the Race: The Foundations of Army Reform is a book written by Robert Matteson Johnston in 1915. The book is a comprehensive analysis of the arms race that took place between the major powers of Europe in the years leading up to World War I. Johnston examines the various factors that contributed to the arms race, including economic and political pressures, as well as the role of military technology.The book also explores the impact of the arms race on military strategy and tactics, and how it shaped the development of new military doctrines. Johnston argues that the arms race had a profound effect on the military capabilities of the major powers, and that it ultimately contributed to the outbreak of World War I.In addition to its analysis of the arms race, Arms and the Race also provides a detailed history of military reform efforts in Europe during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Johnston examines the successes and failures of various reform movements, and considers the implications of these efforts for the future of military strategy and organization.Overall, Arms and the Race is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the history of military strategy and the causes of World War I. Johnston's insights into the complex interplay between politics, economics, and military technology provide a nuanced understanding of the events that led to one of the most devastating conflicts in human history.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.
