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Chapter 2
Logistics Theory
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A real knowledge of supply and movement factors must be
the basis of every leader’
s plan; only then can he know how
and when to take risks with those factors, and battles are won
by taking risks.”
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—Napoleon
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. . . it [the description of logistics] precludes that view of lo-
gistics which sees it only as a game for the G-4s and the
mathematicians—a game to be settled with loading tables,
slide rules and transportation schedules.
Logistics becomes, in fact, the very core of generalship . . . to
get military forces into a theater of war in superior strength
and husband that strength until they shall prevail.”
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—S. L. A. Marshall Having reached a common understanding of the nature of
logistics, we turn to an examination of the theory of lo-
gistics. This examination will provide insight into key aspects
of this function that, in turn, will serve as the basis for creating
effective logistics.
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