Military power: explaining victory and defeat in modern battle

Introduction

A literature built on weak foundations

The modern system

The modern system, preponderance, and changing technology

Operation Michael-the second battle of the Somme : March 21-April 9, 1918

Operation Goodwood : July 18-20, 1944

Operation Desert Storm : January 17-February 28, 1991

Statistical tests

Experimental tests

Conclusion

Appendix : a formal model of capability.