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Military Strategies and Tactics 101

Completed by 251 learners
Ages 10-15
Live One-Time Class
In this One-Time class we will uncover the "secret" stratagems of the Great Captains of Military History; a good primer for further studies in this very interesting topic.
Average rating:
5.0
Number of reviews:
(368 reviews)

Live video meetings
Meets once
3-12 learners per class
60 min

What's included

1 live meeting
1 in-class hours

Class Experience

US Grade 5 - 8
This class will provide students with an introduction to strategic concepts, principles of war and tactics. In this overview of general military concepts - the students will glean excerpts from the major strategists: Sun Tzu, Machiavelli, Clausewitz, Liddell Hart and review brief case studies of these concepts in practice. Students will also review the Principles of War to better understand the classic tactics which have guided commanders from Thutmose III to General Patton. 
Military Strategies and Tactics 101 is meant to provide a basic understanding of major tactical and strategic concepts for later studies in Military History.

Learning Goals

Students will understand the concepts behind the Principles of War.
Students will understand major strategic concepts
Students will understand the "Seven Classical Maneuvers of War"
Students will apply these concepts and principles in discussion/commentary during the class.

Other Details

Parental Guidance
This is a class about strategy and tactics in warfare - there is no intent of discussing any of the horrors of war.
Supply List
A class handout is provided "Principles of War" either to be read prior to class or for reference after class.
 1 file available upon enrollment
External Resources
Learners will not need to use any apps or websites beyond the standard Outschool tools.
Sources
A class handout is provided "Principles of War" either to be read prior to class or for reference after class.

Meet the teacher

Joined September, 2020
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Teacher expertise and credentials
Master's Degree in History from American Military University
Bachelor's Degree in Education from University of Maine at Farmington
Bachelor's Degree in History from Acadia University (Nova Scotia, Canada)
I hold a Master's Degree in Military History (Land Warfare) from American Military University and am a certified History teacher with 30 years experience. Plus I really like Military History. 

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