Winning the South: Nathanael Greene's Use of Diplomatic, Political, and Economic Power during the Southern Campaign of the American Revolution
Abstract
During the southern campaign of the American revolution, Major General Nathanael Greene used political, diplomatic, and economic instruments of national power, in addition to the military, to successfully defeat British and Loyalist forces. Despite the changes in warfare across the centuries, Greene's concepts and tactics continue to provide useful lessons for today's military commanders and strategists. By examining several of the key issues Greene grappled with including pillage and plunder, working with local militias, confiscation of property, local governance, and diplomacy, a solid picture of Greene's achievements becomes clear. Greene's strategy and tactics echo today, especially in counterinsurgency doctrine and the law of war.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Technical Report
- Publication Date
- Mar 04, 2024
- Accession Number
- AD1227860
Entities
People
- Stephen C. Macleod
Organizations
- National Defense University