COMMAND DECISIONS

by Kent Roberts- Ed. Greenfield ‧ RELEASE DATE: Sept. 30, 1959

This book will evoke a great deal of commentary among those still arguing the pros and cons of Allied strategy in World War II. Prepared by a group of historians writing for the Office of the Chief of Military History, the book attempts to trace the how, when and why of twenty major military decisions on both sides of the battle lines. Some of the writing, unfortunately, is much too academic and reads like long memoranda. Nevertheless the basic material is here and the subject matter inherently fascinating. The reader will gain much insight in the complex matter of carrying on a world war; he will also see how a few men in key positions can determine the course of history and the fate of millions by decisions based on judgments anywhere from irrational to sound; he will be left to wonder- for example- why such a defeatist general as Lucas was chosen to lead the daring Anzio action when it was obvious that he would only lead it to failure. This is an important book of World War II documentation which opens a Pandora's box of unanswered but crucial questions.

Pub Date: Sept. 30, 1959

ISBN: N/A

Page Count: -

Publisher: Harcourt, Brace

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Kirkus Reviews Issue: Sept. 1, 1959

Categories: NONFICTION