: Jomini’s work was the primary textbook for nearly every American Civil War general educated at West Point. His emphasis on logistics, maneuver, and interior lines shaped the tactical decisions of both Union and Confederate commanders.
The narrative behind this book is one of intense rivalry and the quest for a scientific understanding of combat:
: The construction of fortifications and obstacles. Tactics : The specific maneuvers of troops in combat.
: The political reasons and justifications for entering conflict.