The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century, Second Edition [Paperback]

Larry H. Addington (Author)

Book Description

ISBN-10: 0253208602 | ISBN-13: 978-0253208606 | Publication Date: October 22, 1994 | Edition: Second Edition

"This important work... synthesizes the evolution of warfare from 1775 to the present." —Military Review

A thorough revision of a highly successful text, this new edition provides a comprehensive picture of the evolution of modern warfare.

From reviews of the first edition:

"There is nothing else in print that tells so much so concisely about how war has been conducted since the days of Gen. George Washington." —Russell F. Weigley

"A superior synthesis. Well written, nicely organized, remarkably comprehensive, and laced with facts." —Military Affairs

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Review

From reviews of the first edition: "There is nothing else in print that tells so much so concisely about how war has been conducted since the days of Gen. George Washington." NRussell F. Weigley "A superior synthesis. Well written, nicely organized, remarkably comprehensive, and laced with facts." NMilitary Affairs A thorough revision of a highly successful text, this new edition provides a comprehensive picture of the evolution of modern warfare. Addington discusses developments in strategies and tactics, logistics and weaponry, and provides detailed discussions of important battles and campaigns. His book is an excellent introduction for both students and the general reader. A companion volume, The Patterns of War through the Eighteenth Century, provides an overview of war and warfare in the West from ancient times to the early modern era.

About the Author

LARRY H. ADDINGTON is Professor of History at The Citadel and has taught military history for more than twenty-five years. His previous books include The Blitzkrieg Era and the German General Staff and The Patterns of War through the Eighteenth Century.

Product Details

• Paperback: 384 pages
• Publisher: Indiana University Press; Second Edition edition (October 22, 1994)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0253208602
• ISBN-13: 978-0253208606
• Product Dimensions: 9.1 x 6.4 x 0.8 inches
• Shipping Weight: 15.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #188,978 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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8 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Mandatory Text for U.S. Army Majors, March 13, 2002

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This review is from: The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century, Second Edition (Paperback)

As the title indicates, the Army's Command & General Staff College requires students to read Patterns of War in the core history class. Professors can make best use of this book as a supplement to a more thorough analysis into military history. Addington surveys the history of warfare from the evolution of national warfare in France and the U.S. in the late 1700's to operations in Desert Storm.

This book will not provide a lot of depth or analysis, simply the basic facts and a good list of sources from which to perform further research. If a student or enthusiast of history, use Patterns of War to gain a cursory understanding of many of the conflicts in the last two centuries. Or, use it as a basis to launch into further study and learning. Addington provides a respectable review of the development of 200 years of war.

12 of 16 people found the following review helpful:

3.0 out of 5 stars A disappoinment, February 25, 2000

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TitaniumTom (Newport Beach, Ca United States) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century, Second Edition (Paperback)

An abbreviated review of military history spanning roughly the last two and a half centuries. Despite the promise of the title, there is little effort spent on the implications of evolution of military thought and technology on the actual practice of waging war.

9 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Great Book by a Great Professor, January 14, 1998

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J. William D. Marco "Jstfly2" (Virginia) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Patterns of War Since the Eighteenth Century, Second Edition (Paperback)

An outstanding work that can be turned to time and time again. Addington does a great job of consolidating a lengthy period of time into an easy read. I have used the book for research sources for several papers and studies. I studied under him as an under-grad at The Citadel and took his class. The book is well though out and well researched, a great reference.