What's included
1 live meeting
1 in-class hoursClass 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.
Teacher expertise and credentials
3 Degrees
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.
Reviews
Live One-Time Class
$12
per classMeets once
60 min
Completed by 246 learners
Live video meetings
Ages: 10-15
3-12 learners per class