Armies in Europe by John Gooch (English) Hardcover Book
by John Gooch
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Armies in Europe by John Gooch Estimated delivery 3-12 business days Format Hardcover Condition Brand New Description Originally published: London: Routledge Kegan Paul, 1980. Publisher Description This book, originally published in 1980, is a study of the nature and purposes of peace-time military organization in Europe, and of the characteristics and outcome of the major wars fought during these years. It charts the rise of mass armies and the role of conscription as a socializing agent and a military instrument, as well as discussing the growing involvement of society in war both as agent and target of military activity, the mounting effort required of a society in order to ahcieve victory, culminating in the Total War of 1939-45. Among other subjects explored are the development of war economies, the genesis and significance of war aims, the importance of social cohesion in modern war and the impact of technology. Details ISBN 1138932663 ISBN-13 9781138932661 Title Armies in Europe Author John Gooch Format Hardcover Year 2015 Pages 296 Publisher Taylor Francis Ltd GE_Item_ID:177801623; About Us Grand Eagle Retail is the ideal place for all your shopping needs! With fast shipping, low prices, friendly service and over 1,000,000 in stock items - you're bound to find what you want, at a price you'll love! Shipping Delivery Times Shipping is FREE to any address in USA. Please view eBay estimated delivery times at the top of the listing. Deliveries are made by either USPS or C
- Publisher: Taylor & Francis Group
- Year: 2015
- Binding: Hardcover
- ISBN: 9781138932661
- Condition: Fine
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