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Between the First and Second World Wars, the U.S. Navy used the experience it had gained in battle to prepare for future wars through simulated conflicts, or war games, at the Naval War College. In Playing War John M. Lillard analyzes individual war games in detail, showing how players tested new tactics and doctrines, experimented with advanced technology, and transformed their approaches through these war games, learning lessons that would prepare them to make critical decisions in the years to come.Recent histories of the interwar period explore how the U.S. Navy digested the impact of World War I and prepared itself for World War II. However, most of these works overlook or dismiss the transformational quality of the War College war games and the central role they played in preparing the navy for war. To address that gap, Playing War details how the interwar navy projected itself into the future through simulated conflicts. Playing War recasts the reputation of the interwar War College as an agent of preparation and innovation and the war games as the instruments of that agency.
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- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Playing War'? A: The book 'Playing War' focuses on how the U.S. Navy used war games at the Naval War College between the World Wars to prepare for future conflicts, analyzing the lessons learned from these simulated battles.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Playing War'? A: The author of 'Playing War' is John M. Lillard.
- Q: What historical period does 'Playing War' cover? A: The book covers the interwar period between the First and Second World Wars, specifically focusing on the U.S. Navy's preparations for World War II.
- Q: How many pages are in 'Playing War'? A: 'Playing War' contains 224 pages.
- Q: What edition of 'Playing War' is available? A: 'Playing War' is available in its First Edition.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Playing War' have? A: 'Playing War' is bound in hardcover.
- Q: When was 'Playing War' published? A: 'Playing War' was published on May 1, 2016.
- Q: What topics are explored in 'Playing War'? A: 'Playing War' explores the U.S. Navy's use of war games for testing new tactics, advanced technology, and how these exercises influenced their strategic decisions leading up to World War II.
- Q: Is 'Playing War' suitable for someone interested in military history? A: Yes, 'Playing War' is suitable for readers interested in military history, particularly regarding naval strategies and preparations for World War II.
- Q: What condition is 'Playing War' in? A: 'Playing War' is in new condition.