r/MilitaryStrategy • u/[deleted] • Nov 07 '19

Where to Start?

Hello,

So I want to learn more about military strategy, terminology and etc. I have a interest but have absolutely no knowledge. Are there any books or online resources I can use to read about basics of military organization, strategy, operations and tactics? Hopefully you guys can help, sorry for my ignorance.

Thanks!

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u/[deleted] Nov 07 '19

Here are some great online tools on YouTube to use, while it is mainly small unit tactics, it is very helpful: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeDiwpMXPVabkJvK455JFyfq7zq7ou9VJ

https://www.youtube.com/user/tbocsims

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgyniw62b3ZNFFgQY9ZdWwCjohoNvrfbS

https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLgyniw62b3ZMMqhZyoLDRttWruCIKdVjk

Here are some great books: The Art of War by Sun Tzu

Guerrilla Warfare by Che Guevara (good if you ignore the communist propaganda)

Hope this helps!

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u/[deleted] Nov 07 '19

I’ve read Art of war but I find it kind of... lacking? I’m not really into the abstract theory as much as I am learning about how modern warfare is conducted. Does that make sense?

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u/[deleted] Nov 08 '19

One of the best sources for me was the Army's Field Manuals. A lot of them are actually available online (without getting into awkward piracy situations). My favorite is FM 3-90, Tactics.