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Sunday, Dec 14, 2025

Moltke On The Art Of War: Selected Writings -

Moltke's work is defined by his belief that war is a "system of expedients" rather than a rigid set of rules.

Field Marshal Helmuth von Moltke the Elder (1800–1891) was the chief of the Prussian General Staff for thirty years and is widely regarded as the architect of the modern German way of war. His selected writings, often edited and translated by Professor Daniel Hughes of the Air War College, serve as a bridge between the abstract philosophy of Carl von Clausewitz and the practical application of military strategy. Key Strategic Concepts Moltke on the Art of War: Selected Writings