The Black Prince And King Jean Ii Of France: Generalship In Hundred Years War Peter Hoskins Pen Sword Military Αγγλικά Βιβλία History World

What Were The Essential Qualities For A Military Commander During Hundred Years War? How Important Strategic Vision Tactical Skill And Powers Of Leadership In Medieval Warfare? These Are Questions That Peter Hoskins Explores This Perceptive Study Careers Edward Black Prince Who Led English Army To Victory At Battle Poitiers Opponent He Defeated French King Jean Ii Their Contrasting Characters Backgrounds Considered As Is Tradition Time But Primary Focus Book Close Comparison Strengths Weaknesses Soldiers They Revealed On Campaign Battlefield Was One Most Admired Generals His Generation Charismatic Leader Shrewd Tactician Strategist Decisive Contrast Impulsive Driven More By Pride Sense Honour Personal Objectives Than Priorities When Put Ultimate Test Lost Control While Took Initiative Personally Secure Against Odds Analyses According Principles War Enunciated Sun Tzu Vegetius Well Modern United Kingdom Armed Forces Gives Readers Fascinating Insight Into Nature Command Conduct Middle Ages Σελίδες: 208 Διαστάσεις: 15 6X15 6Cm