A Brief Critique of Clausewitz and Rapoport on Theories of War.
Abstract
A basic dilemma for a democratic society involves the development of adequate military strategy in the context of civilian control. Clausewitz provides a possible model, and Rapoport argues that although this model has been in temporary eclipse between the world wars, it is finding new advocates among the 'Neo-Clausewitzians' such as Aron, Schelling, Kissinger and Kahn. Rapoport fears the applicaton of the model in a nuclear context. An interpretation of Clausewitz, supplemented by a useful set of distinctions developed by Rapoport among theories of war, could provide the basis for a reexamination of American policy formation in both its political and military aspects. (Author)
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Jan 04, 1974
- Accession Number
- AD0778881
Entities
People
- Donald R. Brown
Organizations
- United States Army War College