Guerrilla Conflict Before the Cold War

The book explores the pivotal impact of guerrilla warfare in various historical contexts, including the Carolinas during the American Revolution, where guerrillas contributed to Cornwallis's retreat, and the 1793 uprisings in France that prefigured Nazi tactics. It delves into the guerrilla campaigns during the French occupation of Spain, which significantly weakened Napoleon, and analyzes the American Civil War's guerrilla dynamics, contrasting expected outcomes with actual events. The conclusion draws parallels between the experiences of different nations in guerrilla conflicts across history.