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An Imperfect Jewel: Military Theory and the Military Profession', Journal of Strategic Studies

Author: Harold Winton
Reading list:
Extended: LTCOL, MAJ, WO1
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Argues that theory should be ‘studied assiduously but used with caution’. Winton uses several US case studies to underpin his argument and provides assessments of the ongoing utility of both Clausewitz and Jomini to the military profession. 

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