An Analysis of the Operational Leadership of General Heinz Guderian.

Abstract

This paper is a historical analysis of General Heinz Guderian's operational leadership. These elements are operational thinking, execution of Operations, and the operational leader's character. Guderian's development of combined mechanized warfare (blitzkrieg), and his leadership style in campaigns against Poland and France are discussed.

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Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Feb 13, 1998
Accession Number
ADA348618

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