Studies in Generalship: Lessons from the Chiefs of Staff of the Israel Defense Forces

The commander, or chief of staff, of the Israel Defense Forces (IDF) is a prominent public figure in Israel. His decisions, advice, and persona exert direct influence on force design and military strategy, and indirectly impact social, economic, and foreign affairs. This first-ever in-depth comparative study on the role and performance of the IDF chiefs of staff throughout modern Israel's history offers lessons for practitioners and students of strategy, military history, and leadership everywhere.

Author: Meir Finkel
Binding Type: Paperback
Publisher: Hoover Institution Press
Published: 10/01/2021
Pages: 368
Weight: 1.27lbs
Size: 8.90h x 5.98w x 0.94d
ISBN: 9780817924751