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Men Against Fire
The Problem of Battle Command
Book • 1947
Men Against Fire, published in 1947, is a seminal work by S. L. A. Marshall that explores the psychological and behavioral aspects of soldiers in combat.
Marshall's controversial assertion that only a small percentage of soldiers actually fired their weapons in combat sparked significant debate and influenced military training doctrines.
The book remains a critical study in understanding combat effectiveness and the psychological factors affecting soldiers' actions during war.
Marshall's controversial assertion that only a small percentage of soldiers actually fired their weapons in combat sparked significant debate and influenced military training doctrines.
The book remains a critical study in understanding combat effectiveness and the psychological factors affecting soldiers' actions during war.
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Mentioned in 4 episodes
Referenced by Jocko when discussing the human sense of honor and obligation in battle.
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