Battle Studies Ancient and Modern Battle

Battle StudiesBy Colonel Ardant Du PicqGENERAL DISCUSSION 1. Ancient and Modern Battle 2. Moral Elements in Battle 3. Material and Moral Effect 4. The Theory of Strong Battalions 5. Combat MethodsINFANTRY 1. Masses-Deep Columns 2. Skirmishers-Supports-Reserves-Squares 3. Firing 4. Marches-Camps-Night AttacksCAVALRY 1. Cavalry and Modern Appliances 2. Cavalry Against Cavalry 3. Cavalry Against Infantry 4. Armor and ArmamentARTILLERY COMMAND, GENERAL STAFF AND ADMINISTRATION SOCIAL AND MILITARY INSTITUTIONS; NATIONAL CHARACTERISTICS