Corbett, Clausewitz, and Sun Tzu

Authors

Michael I. Handel

Number

9

Abstract

Mahan integrates and synthesizes Jomini’s work with his own; Corbett uses Clausewitz’s On War as a heuristic point of departure. Mahan, in his own words, remains loyal to Jomini’s ideas. In contrast, Corbett, although inspired by On War, develops ideas different from and sometimes contradictory to those of Clausewitz.

Recommended Citation

Handel, Michael I. (2000) "Corbett, Clausewitz, and Sun Tzu," Naval War College Review: Vol. 53: No. 4, Article 9.
Available at: https://digital-commons.usnwc.edu/nwc-review/vol53/iss4/9