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The leading military strategists of the 19 Century were Antone Henri Jomini and Karl von Clausewitz. These men wrote much about the concept of "Grand Strategy". For the most part this concept was foreign to most West Point graduates. However, there were some that were familiar with Jomini. The influence of the Napoleon era military sage on generals on both sides of the Civil War are still being debated today. Whether intentional or not both sides followed his thinking on objectives, offense, mass, economy of force, and the unity of command. With that said, many historians cite Jomini's preoccupation with the possession of holding the battlefields central position which entailed interior and exterior lines of advance. The term "interior" refers to one side's advancing army having shorter distances to march in order to concentrate more than the enemy could. The disadvantage of the enemy being having to cover a greater distance and is moving on the "exterior" line. Jomini's ideal was then to holding the interior, or better said, the central position. As an aside, many Chess players understand the value of having their pieces dominate the center of the chess board.
Holding the military interior enables forces more able to unite and defeat in detail the several forces of a larger army. As the battle progresses, the point of attack on each element of the enemy's should be successful in having the smaller army, defeat, piece by piece, a larger army.
It has been said that this Jomini idea was part of Robert E. Lee's intention when he invaded Pennsyvania.
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How did adherence to the battle tactics of Henri Jomini hamper Union generals' battle performance?
Military theorist Henri Jomini's works on Napoleonic Era warfare was written in French, however, many Union generals had read translations of Jomini's ideas on warfare. One of Johmini's ideas about battles found a home in the thinking of many Union generals. One such idea was that Johmini advised one great offensive action centered on one theater of war. Theaters during the US Civil War were huge. Also, due to the tactical defensive nature of Confederate General Robert E. Lee and other Southern generals, the "one great effort" to destroy an enemy army within a single theater of war proved virtually impossible for Union generals.
Was General Robert E Lee effected by Napoleon Bonaparte?
Many military historians believe that General Robert E. Lee followed many of the practices of Napoleon and was well read on the Napoleonic Wars. Clearly Napoleon was an offensive motivated general. When Lee was the superintendent at the USMA, commonly referred to as West point, Lee checked 15 books out of the library there. Seven of these books were about Napoleon. During Lee's tenure as superintendent the Napoleon Club flourished with Dennis Hart Mahan as the faculty instructor.Lee also learned much of his philosophy on warfare from military theorist Henri Jomini. Jomini's ideas on warfare came from being part of Napoleon's staff and publishing much of what he learned. Lee is said to have expressed his admiration of Jomini.During the US Civil War, General Lee implemented the warfare ideas of napoleon and Jomini whenever he had the opportunity.The philosophy of warfare practiced by Lee can be summarized as follows:* Conduct direct and concentrated assaults with massive frontal attacks;( This was seen on day three at Gettysburg ).* Take into account that battlefield tactics involving maneuver and flanking was risky;( This danger Lee recognized in 1862 when he used a risky turning movement to cut the supply lines of the Union during the Peninsula campaign ).* Create and promote the superiority of the offense and the advantage of speed;( In both raids into the North, Lee was able to move into Union territory forcing the Army of the Potomac to run after him).* If invaded, take the battle to the enemy and invade its territory; and( As seen at Antietam and Gettysburg ).* Use the tactical defense whenever this was required.Lee was forced to use the tactical defense at Antietam when McClellan had superior numbers in troops.
Where did the creoles get many of their revolutionary ideas?
They got revolutionary ideas from Enlightenment ideas. They also got them from the Declaration of Independence and The US Constitution.
How many people military US?
There are approximately 1,380,000 members of the US military.
How many people are in north Koreas military?
500,000 people serve in north korea's military
What limited the spread of military theorist Henri Jomini's ideas on warfare?
Henri Jomini's writings were written in French and he created a wealth of military knowledge based on the time he spent serving Napoleon. Many world military leaders were not knowledgeable about Jomini because his works were not translated into English until 1854.
Why was jomini so popular in his day?
Antoine-Henri Jomini was popular in his day due to his systematic approach to military theory and strategy, which provided a clear framework for understanding warfare. His writings, particularly "The Art of War," emphasized principles of maneuver, logistics, and the importance of decisive battles, appealing to both military leaders and scholars. Additionally, Jomini's experiences in the Napoleonic Wars allowed him to draw on practical examples, enhancing his credibility and influence among military professionals. His ideas became foundational in military academies and influenced many future military doctrines.
How did adherence to the battle tactics of Henri Jomini hamper Union generals' battle performance?
Military theorist Henri Jomini's works on Napoleonic Era warfare was written in French, however, many Union generals had read translations of Jomini's ideas on warfare. One of Johmini's ideas about battles found a home in the thinking of many Union generals. One such idea was that Johmini advised one great offensive action centered on one theater of war. Theaters during the US Civil War were huge. Also, due to the tactical defensive nature of Confederate General Robert E. Lee and other Southern generals, the "one great effort" to destroy an enemy army within a single theater of war proved virtually impossible for Union generals.
What were the basic tenets of military theorist Henri Jomini that many US Civil War generals followed?
Many of the US Civil War generals from both sides of the conflict were aware of the military ideas of Henri Jomini. He had put together a series of texts based on his observations during the Napoleonic Era in Europe. Johmini was offensive minded which fit most Union generals' operations. Although, there were also used by Confederate generals, but to a lessor extent. Jomini advocated the following:* Direct a concentration of troops that created an aggressive frontal assault; * Avoid too much maneuvering and flanking operations as they are too risky; * Take advantage of speed when attacking the enemy; * If invaded, hold one's ground and have a plan to invade the enemy's territory; * Never forget that the military objective is the enemy's army, not a city or territory; and * Resort to maneuvers when it's clear the danger is small and is required at a decisive point of a battle.
Why was japan able able to catch up so quickly with Western industrialization?
Japan quickly adobted Western-stlye government, military, education, and many other ideas.
What is Napoleon most famous for?
Perhaps for Military brilliance and perhaps for Political savvy, but he also had many progressive ideas.
What were some of the general ideas of Henri Jomini on the conduct of war?
Henri Jomini's ideas and general concepts for conducting a war were primarily based on what he observed from his experience with the armies of Napoleon. Also, the West Point library contained many texts based on the wars and battles of Napoleon. West Point students became aware of Napoleon's European history and in the antebellum years in the United States, even a "Napoleon Club" had been formed at the US Military Academy at West Point. Here are some of of Napoleon's ideas on warfare based on Jomini's published works.:* massing concentrations of troops to assault the enemy's weakest lines of defense;* recognizing that flanking movements were difficult and risky;* creating a positive attitude among the soldiers which are necessary for developing a superior offense;* Understanding that if invaded by the enemy to strike back and invade the enemy's own territory and thereby bringing the fight to the enemy's own country or area of control;* developing troops to use speed in maneuvering, either for offensive or defensive objectives;* constantly attack the enemy's armies rather than focusing on their cities and ports; and* mastering operational maneuvers which place one's troops in decisive points in the decisive battles.Many of these features in Napoleon's conduct of wars blend into one another, however, Napoleon used them all with great success and therefore in Jomini's published works on warfare contain detailed examples of using these basic concepts.
What evidence is there that nineteenth century theories on military strategies stretched well into the twentieth century?
The two giants of nineteenth century military thinking are Carl Von Clausewitz and Henri Johmini. Both theorists wrote about the ideas of Frederick the Great and Napoleon, and added their own ides as well. Many students of their ideas believe that World War One is an example of their ways of thinking about military strategies. But there is much more than that. For example, the United States Army's Field Manual of Operations dated August of 1982, includes many of the ideas published by Clausewitz and Johmini.
Was General Robert E Lee effected by Napoleon Bonaparte?
Many military historians believe that General Robert E. Lee followed many of the practices of Napoleon and was well read on the Napoleonic Wars. Clearly Napoleon was an offensive motivated general. When Lee was the superintendent at the USMA, commonly referred to as West point, Lee checked 15 books out of the library there. Seven of these books were about Napoleon. During Lee's tenure as superintendent the Napoleon Club flourished with Dennis Hart Mahan as the faculty instructor.Lee also learned much of his philosophy on warfare from military theorist Henri Jomini. Jomini's ideas on warfare came from being part of Napoleon's staff and publishing much of what he learned. Lee is said to have expressed his admiration of Jomini.During the US Civil War, General Lee implemented the warfare ideas of napoleon and Jomini whenever he had the opportunity.The philosophy of warfare practiced by Lee can be summarized as follows:* Conduct direct and concentrated assaults with massive frontal attacks;( This was seen on day three at Gettysburg ).* Take into account that battlefield tactics involving maneuver and flanking was risky;( This danger Lee recognized in 1862 when he used a risky turning movement to cut the supply lines of the Union during the Peninsula campaign ).* Create and promote the superiority of the offense and the advantage of speed;( In both raids into the North, Lee was able to move into Union territory forcing the Army of the Potomac to run after him).* If invaded, take the battle to the enemy and invade its territory; and( As seen at Antietam and Gettysburg ).* Use the tactical defense whenever this was required.Lee was forced to use the tactical defense at Antietam when McClellan had superior numbers in troops.
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Are you still using George Washington Carvers ideas?
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