Coalition Warfare under the Duke of Marlborough during the War of the Spanish Succession

Abstract

Coalition warfare is an important area of military study for today. During the War of the Spanish Succession, the Duke of Marlborough successfully led a coalition of over twenty nations and states against the armies of Louis XIV of France. During the war, he waged ten campaigns applying military brilliance to defeat French military preeminence on the continent. His victories propelled England to a position of power in Europe. He achieved his many successes despite being crippled by the myriad problems incumbent in coalition warfare. It examines how the Duke of Marlborough dealt with the challenges presented by his coalition partners. It concludes with potential lessons for those who might wage coalition warfare today.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Apr 15, 1992
Accession Number
ADA251830

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  • Frank J. Gehrki Iii

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  • United States Army War College

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  • History

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  • Military History of the United States in the 20th Century.
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