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Author: Mark Thompson
Reviewed by James Allen Knechtmann, supervisory archivist, chief, Ridgway Library Branch, Army Heritage and Education Center, US Army War College
In this innovative analysis of World War II, Thompson applies decision science and game theory to reexamine some of the conflict’s most controversial strategic choices. By modeling the logic behind pivotal decisions, he challenges conventional narratives and reveals the complexity of wartime leadership. This book offers a fresh lens for historians, strategists, and analysts seeking deeper insight into the calculus of war.
Publication Date
12-18-2025
Keywords
decision science, game theory, military strategy, World War II, tactical analysis
Disciplines
Defense and Security Studies
Recommended Citation
James Allen Knechtmann,
Book Review: Disputed Decisions of World War II: Decision Science and Game Theory Perspectives ( US Army War College Press, 2025),
https://press.armywarcollege.edu/parameters_bookshelf/99