Delegation and Strategy
William Duggan discusses the importance of delegation in battlefield strategy, using examples from Lee, Eisenhower, and Patton. He emphasizes the distinction between tactics and overall strategy, highlighting the need for a strategic idea in decision-making. The chapter also explores the significance of mobility in warfare, drawing parallels between Napoleon and the Civil War.In this clip
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William Duggan on Strategic Intuition
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