Stephen Robinson is an accomplished historian and analyst specializing in military strategy and history. His academic background in Asian history and politics informs his insightful examinations of conflict and warfare. Robinson's expertise is evident in his detailed explorations of military tactics, historical conflicts, and the art of war, offering readers a deep understanding of strategic thinking.
The narrative unfolds the daring voyages of German raiders during the early years of World War II, focusing on the ships Orion, Komet, Pinguin, and Kormoran. In 1940, these vessels embarked on a 'pirate war' across the world's oceans, targeting British maritime trade as part of Germany's strategic military efforts. The book captures the adventurous and perilous nature of their missions, highlighting the broader implications for global conflict during this tumultuous period.
A history of one of the world's greatest armoured warfare commanders. During World War II, Hermann Balck (1897-1982) commanded panzer troops from the front line and led by example.
From the acclaimed author of Panzer Commander Hermann Balck and False Flags comes an in-depth, critical evaluation of the maneuver warfare revolution that has transformed the American military. Colonel John Boyd, a maverick fighter pilot, revolutionized the American art of war through his ideas on conflict and the human mind. Boyd claimed that victory is won by the side which transitions through 'decision cycles' faster than the enemy, mentally checkmating them with minimal violence. Maneuver warfare concepts became military doctrine during the 1980s but this revolution accidently undermined American security. When formulating his theories on conflict, Boyd relied upon fraudulent accounts of WWII written by Wehrmacht veterans who fabricated historical evidence to disassociate their reputations from Germany's defeat and cover up their willing participation in Nazi war crimes. Boyd fell for this deception and unknowingly injected dangerous misinformation into the American military mind. Maneuver warfare has accordingly corrupted the art of war and resulted in catastrophic decisions made in Iraq and Afghanistan during 21st century conflict.The Blind Strategist separates fact from fantasy and exposes the myths of maneuver warfare through a detailed evidence-based investigation. Now reissued in paperback, it is a must-read for anybody interested in American military history.
Focusing on a pivotal battle in Chinese military history, Stephen Robinson utilizes firsthand accounts to provide a comprehensive analysis of the event and its enduring legacy. The narrative delves into the intricacies of the conflict, revealing how it shaped national identity and heroism in China, while also exploring the broader implications of the battle's legend.