Publisher's Synopsis
The book ""Elements of Military Art and Science"" by Henry Wager Halleck is a comprehensive guide to the strategy, fortification, and tactics of battles. It is a course of instruction that covers all the essential elements of military science that are necessary for a successful military campaign.The book is divided into three main sections: strategy, fortification, and tactics. The section on strategy covers the principles of war, the art of maneuvering, and the importance of communication and intelligence. The section on fortification covers the construction and defense of fortifications, as well as the use of artillery and engineering in warfare. The section on tactics covers the organization and deployment of troops, as well as the various methods of attack and defense.Throughout the book, Halleck provides detailed explanations of the various concepts and techniques of military science, using historical examples to illustrate his points. He also includes numerous diagrams and illustrations to help readers better understand the material.""Elements of Military Art and Science"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in military history or strategy. It provides a comprehensive overview of the principles and techniques of warfare, and is an essential guide for anyone studying military science.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.
