The development of RAF strategic bombing doctrine, 1919-1939

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    • Robertson, Scot

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The development of RAF strategic bombing doctrine, 1919-1939

Scot Robertson

(Praeger studies in diplomacy and strategic thought)

Praeger, 1995

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Includes bibliographical references (p. [175]-184) and index

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内容説明

The history of strategic bombing is inextricably intertwined with the history of the Royal Air Force. This book explores the question of doctrinal development in the RAF. It employs a neo-Clausewitzian analysis to reveal that the RAF based the preparation of its strategic bombing force on supposition and hypothesis. Rather than review the evidence of the First World War objectively to determine the fundamental principles of strategic bombing, the RAF adopted a subjective approach. The failure to develop a realistic theory of strategic bombing and to test it through a dialectical process resulted in a lack of attention to the equally necessary element of doctrine. Bomber Command was incapable of carrying out a strategic bombing campaign because it failed in peace to develop the necessary doctrine.

目次

Acknowledgments Preface Introduction Strategic Bombing as an Idea: The Relationship of Theory and Strategy The Role of Theory Early Experience with "Strategic" Air Power The Foundations of Independent Air Power The Theory of the Strategic Offensive and the Battles in Whitehall The Development of Doctrine in the RAF Equipment Policy and Aircraft Development Equipping the Bomber Aircraft Formulating and Testing Strategic Doctrine Doctrinal Considerations and Tactical Problems The Planning Process and Operations Conclusion Appendix Bibliography Index

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