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Strategy Six Pack 2


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"Never interrupt your enemy when he is making a mistake." - Napoleon Bonaparte. Strategy Six Pack 2 brings together six master works for military theorists: Cleopatra by Jacob Abbott The Military Institutions of the Romans (De Re Militari) by Flavius Vegetus Renatus Alexander The Great by Jacob Abbott Napoleon Bonaparte by John S. C. Abbott Military Maxims by the Duke of Wellington The Rough Riders by Theodore Roosevelt Each classic text has been newly revised and expertly edited with notes, images and a table of contents. Two thousand years of military science distilled into one awesome eBook. "Speak softly and carry a big stick; you will go far." - Theodore Roosevelt.




Maxims and Opinions of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington


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In 'Maxims and Opinions of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington,' readers are treated to a collection of insightful and practical observations on military strategy, leadership, and life. Written in a straightforward and concise style, the book provides a glimpse into the mind of one of the greatest military commanders in history. Each maxim is a gem of wisdom that reflects the Duke of Wellington's experience and expertise, making this work a valuable resource for military historians and leaders alike. The book's historical context, rooted in the Napoleonic Wars and the British Empire, adds depth to the significance of its contents. Arthur Wellesley, Duke of Wellington, a distinguished military leader and statesman, draws from his own triumphs and setbacks to offer advice and reflections in 'Maxims and Opinions.' As a veteran of numerous battles and campaigns, Wellington's words carry the weight of practical wisdom and strategic insight. His leadership during the Battle of Waterloo and subsequent political career lend credibility to his maxims. I highly recommend 'Maxims and Opinions of Field-Marshal His Grace the Duke of Wellington' to anyone interested in military history, leadership principles, or the intersection of warfare and politics. Wellington's timeless teachings continue to inspire and educate readers on the art of strategic thinking and decision-making.




The Rise of Modern Jewish Politics


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Contends that the starting point from which the "new" Jewish politics emerged was the organized joint Jewish-Christian protest against anti-Jewish legislation in Russia which was held in London in 1827. From this event on, the British Jewish community perceived itself as the champion of the rights of Jews everywhere. Traces the development of these politics from 1827-1903, dwelling on the main campaigns and Jewish diplomatic efforts during this period, including the Damascus Affair of 1840, the Mortara Affair in 1858, the diplomatic struggle for the civil rights of Romanian Jews and against the pogroms there in the 1860s-70s, and reactions to the pogroms in Russia in 1881-82 and the Kishinev pogrom of 1903. Gradually, from the mid-19th century on, American Jewry joined in the British Jewish protest campaigns and diplomatic efforts. Relates the activities of some Jewish leaders, e.g. Moses E. Levy from Florida and Moses Montefiore. Not all of the Jewish interventions were successful; however, the significance of the new Jewish politics can be measured not only by the formal successes of its campaigns. From the start, this new politics attracted masses of Jews in Britain and the USA, and developed into broad social movements. The tradition of popular movements for the defense of Jews worldwide continued during the rise of Nazism in Germany in the 1930s, and during the campaign for the rights of Jews in the USSR in the 1970s.










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