Brigadier General Samuel B. Griffith II, USMC: Marine Translator and Interpreter of Chinese Military Thought

Abstract

Brigadier Samuel B. Griffith II, a highly decorated Marine who participated in key battles in the Pacific during the Second World War, was widely regarded as an expert on Chinese military history. If the People's Republic of China (PRC) continues on its current trajectory and develops into a formidable world power, the United States must be prepared to meet the challenges presented by an arising near peer competitor. Griffith's writings on China reveal an astute understanding of Chinese military thought that remains relevant for the 21st century military professional. This paper examines some of Griffith's works to provide a framework of understanding for interpreting the actions of the PRC.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
May 02, 2012
Accession Number
ADA600767

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People

  • Peter Y. Ban

Organizations

  • Marine Corps University

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  • Air Platforms
  • Biomedical
  • C4I
  • Energy and Power Technologies
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  • Department Of Defense
  • Doctrine
  • Economic Systems
  • Employment
  • Governments
  • Information Operations
  • Instructors
  • International Organizations
  • Military Forces (Foreign)
  • Military History
  • Military Science
  • Military Training
  • Political Systems
  • Second World War
  • Students
  • United States
  • Warfare

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