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On Grand Strategy
Book • 2018
John Lewis Gaddis's "On Grand Strategy" delves into the complexities of strategic decision-making, examining historical examples to illustrate key concepts.
The book emphasizes the importance of understanding both the long-term vision and the immediate context when making strategic choices.
Gaddis highlights the challenges of anticipating unforeseen events and adapting strategies accordingly.
He explores the interplay between grand strategy and tactical maneuvers, showing how they must work in concert to achieve success.
The book serves as a valuable guide for leaders and policymakers navigating complex situations.
The book emphasizes the importance of understanding both the long-term vision and the immediate context when making strategic choices.
Gaddis highlights the challenges of anticipating unforeseen events and adapting strategies accordingly.
He explores the interplay between grand strategy and tactical maneuvers, showing how they must work in concert to achieve success.
The book serves as a valuable guide for leaders and policymakers navigating complex situations.
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as a book on grand strategy, focusing on the interplay between short-term actions and long-term goals.

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Strategic Priorities
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in relation to a discussion about grand strategy.


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as one of the books that he has with him during the conversation.

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546. The Intersection of Historical Consciousness and Strategic Thinking feat. John Lewis Gaddis
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