Excerpt from The German War Machine: An Account of the Inside Workings of the Most Stupendous and Efficient System Ever Devised by Man for Warfare and Secret Diplomatic Intelligence
Prussia has always been fortunate in producing able men at the roost needed moments. A man arose with a gilt for military orgmnization ile had every province, district, town, and village -t 'russia carc fuily scheduled and the able-bodied men thereof put on record. He selected the men permitted Prussia under the Napoleonic decree and drilled them. No sooner were those men drilled than they were dismissed and another called in. From this point dates modern conscription the. Father of which was General Stein and this also inaugurated the birth of the Machine. In the three years Prussia had well-drilled men and re serves, quite a difi'erent proposition from the men Napoleon though. I~e had to face on his retreat from Moscow, and which played a decisive factor in the overthrow of the dictator of Europe.
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Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book unveils the intricate workings of the German military machine, a formidable force that has played a pivotal role in shaping European history. The author, with his unparalleled access to military intelligence, delves into the meticulous planning and awe-inspiring organization that has made the German army a force to be reckoned with. From the Prussian roots of conscription to the strategic maneuvers and cutting-edge technology, this book provides a comprehensive overview of the machine that has shaped the fate of nations. Through the lens of key figures and pivotal events, the author explores the military's role in German society, its impact on international relations, and the enduring legacy it has left on warfare. This book is an essential read for anyone interested in the inner workings of one of the most powerful military forces in history and its far-reaching implications. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. Codice articolo 9780266736394_0
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