Mastering the art of command : Admiral Chester W. Nimitz and victory in the Pacific war

Summary: "Mastering the Art of Command is a detailed examination of Admiral Chester W. Nimitz's leadership during World War II. It describes how he used his talents to guide the Pacific Fleet following the attacks on Pearl Harbor, win crucial victories against the forces of Imperial Japan, and then seize the initiative in the Pacific. Once Nimitz's forces held the initiative, they maintained it through an offensive campaign of unparalleled speed that overcame Japanese defenses and created the conditions for victory. As a command and operational history, Mastering the Art of Command explores how Nimitz used his leadership skills, command talents, and strategic acumen to achieve these decisive results"--

Record details

ISBN: 9781682475959
ISBN: 9781682475966
ISBN: 1682475964
Physical Description: 1 online resource
remote
Computer data.
Publisher: Annapolis, MD : Naval Institute Press, [2022]

Content descriptions

General Note:	CatMonthString.july.23 Multi-User.
Bibliography, etc. Note:	Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:	Assuming Command -- Creating Opportunities -- Taking Risks -- Seizing the Initiative -- Adjusting the System -- Coiling the Spring -- Unleashing the Campaign -- Maintaining Tempo -- Seeking Decision -- Achieving Victory.
Type of Computer File or Data Note:	Text (HTML), electronic book.
System Details Note:	Mode of access: Internet.
Terms Governing Use and Reproduction Note:	Access requires VIU IP addresses and is restricted to VIU students, faculty and staff. Access restricted by subscription.
Issuing Body Note:	Made available online by EBSCO.
Source of Description Note:	Description based on online resource; title from digital title page (viewed on August 08, 2022).