Military Reconnaissance : The Eyes and Ears of the Army - ALEXANDER STILWELL

Military Reconnaissance

The Eyes and Ears of the Army

By: ALEXANDER STILWELL

Hardcover | 29 January 2021

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A concise look at how the art of military scouting and reconnaissance has evolved from the earliest recorded military history to its use in modern warfare.

Since the earliest recorded military history, scouting and reconnaissance have been key tools employed by military commanders to obtain a picture of the tactical situation and make informed decisions. Scouts known as sciritae were deployed by the Spartans and had a privileged position in their order of battle. The Spartans were so aware of the advantage their scouting operations gave them that they went to great lengths to keep them secret. As military tactics, weapons and equipment developed over the centuries, methods of scouting and reconnaissance evolved and adapted but always remained true to the spirit of the scout – light on their feet, taking only what they need and returning with the information that could turn potential defeat into victory.

Military Reconnaissance provides a concise but revealing picture of the art of military scouting and reconnaissance from the highly toned Spartan warriors, the scouts employed by Julius Caesar, through the middle ages to the Napoleonic Wars to the role of the scout in modern warfare.A concise look at how the art of military scouting and reconnaissance has evolved from the earliest recorded military history to its use in modern warfare.

About the Author

Alexander Stilwell is an experienced writer and editor who has worked for several leading publishers, primarily in the fields of military history, politics and international affairs. He has also worked for Jane's Information Group and is the author of several books. He served for six years in the British Territorial Army.

30 b/w photographs and diagrams
Industry Reviews
If you are looking for an introduction to the evolution of military reconnaissance, the technology, and tactics employed to maximise the recce capability on the battlefield, this would be a good place to start your own recce of the subject area. * Royal Anglian News 19/07/2021 *
...fills a significant gap by telling the fascinating story of the highs and lows of military reconnaissance in an entertaining and comfortably well-researched book. [...] Military Reconnaissance is a welcome addition to military history and is strongly recommended. * Intelligence Expert and Author 21/06/2021 *

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