Book Analysis: The Pentagon and the Art of War.

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Abstract:

This report analyzes Edward N. Luttwaks book, The Pentagon and the Art of War, attempting to determine its merit to those who would study military reform. The analysis gives a brief synopsis of the book and then compares it with outer literature of the same subject to establish its accuracy and value. Based on the analysis, the author of the study recommends the book for PME and other students interested in military reform.

Author(s):
Mccarthy, Dennis M.
Author Organization(s):
AIR COMMAND AND STAFF COLL MAXWELL AFB AL
Descriptive Note:
Student rept.,
Pagination:
0034

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DOCUMENT & CONTEXTUAL SUMMARY

Distribution:
Approved For Public Release

RECORD

Collection: TR
Identifying Numbers
Report Number(s):
ACSC-88-1710
 Subject Terms
Joint Capability Areas:
JCA_5_Command and Control; JCA_8_Building Partnerships; JCA_8.1_Communicate; JCA_1_Force Support; JCA_8.1.3_Influence Adversary and Competitor Audiences; JCA_1.2_Force Preparation; JCA_5.5_Direct; JCA_5.5.1_Communicate Intent and Guidance; JCA_6.4.1_Secure Information Exchange; JCA_5.3_Planning; JCA_1.2.3_Educating; JCA_6_Net Centric; JCA_6.4_Information Assurance; JCA_5.2_Understand; JCA_1.2.5_Lessons Learned; JCA_8.2_Shape; JCA_5.2.2_Develop Knowledge and Situational Awareness; JCA_8.2.3_Build the Capabilities and Capacities of Partners and Institutions; JCA_4.2.3_Manage Global Supplier Networks; JCA_4.2_Supply; JCA_3.2_Engagement
Modernization Areas:
Fully Networked C3
Communities of Interest:
Weapons Technologies
Descriptor(s):
*WARFARE, *DEFENSE SYSTEMS, *DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE, ACCURACY, BOOKS, DOCUMENTS, EXTERNAL, STUDENTS, NATIONAL SECURITY, MILITARY OPERATIONS, LEADERSHIP, INFORMATION TRANSFER
Field(s)/Group(s):
Information Science, Military Operations, Strategy and Tactics
Keyword(s):
Military reform, Pentagon
Report Date:
1988 Apr 01