Assessing War

"Assessing War" explores how observers have analyzed the trajectory of conflicts from the Seven Years' War to contemporary wars like Afghanistan, examining wartime assessment from both theoretical and practical perspectives. Drawing on diverse case studies and expertise, the book discusses the complexities of modern warfare, including cyberwar and nation-building, and offers insights for practitioners on objective evaluation amidst political influences. With contributions from distinguished authors and a foreword by General George W. Casey Jr., this volume provides a comprehensive look at the challenges of measuring progress in both conventional and irregular wars.