From the beginning of our republic the concept of a citizen soldiery, organized through militias, has undergirded American military philosophy. This nation fought the Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Mexican War, and began the Civil War, relying on volunteer militias and only a skeletal professional military force. The Civil War demonstrated the need to adapt state militias to the requirements of modern war, yet the United States retained its original philosophy in what became the National Guard. The Rise of the ...
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From the beginning of our republic the concept of a citizen soldiery, organized through militias, has undergirded American military philosophy. This nation fought the Revolution, the War of 1812, and the Mexican War, and began the Civil War, relying on volunteer militias and only a skeletal professional military force. The Civil War demonstrated the need to adapt state militias to the requirements of modern war, yet the United States retained its original philosophy in what became the National Guard. The Rise of the National Guard describes in thorough detail the evolution of the state militia system to a more federally controlled National Guard during the crucial years of development. The subject is important because the "citizen soldier" and "militia-national guard" traditions form one of the two pillars on which American military policy is built; a professional, regular military force is the other. Jerry Cooper's detailed research, unique examination of the experience of individual states, and careful analysis make this work the standard treatment of the subject.
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Very good. No dust jacket. Sewn binding. Cloth over boards. 246 p. Studies in War, Society, and the Military. Audience: General/trade. Book is in very good condition, didn't see any marks, does not have a dust cover, I'm not sure one was issued, shipped with tracking number.
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Near Fine. 0803214863. Presentation copy: "To Mac Coffman-Many, Many Thanks for your help and advice. Jerry." (Signed on the title page). (Dr. Coffman is a military historian and author). Not an ex-library copy. No remainder marks. Most books shipped within 24 hours. All books mailed with Delivery Confirmation. Residue of paper price label at the bottom of the rear cover. Near fine condition. Contents clean with no markings. As issued without dust jacket.; Studies in War, Society, and the Military; 8vo 8"-9" tall; xviii, 246 pages; Signed by Author.
