Frederick the Great — TAOW posts

Master of Destiny

In our last look at Frederick the Great, Thumbs and Malark examine the concluding remarks of this great mind. Frederick lays out, in no uncertain terms, the opportunities and advantages that you want to be present when you go to battle. Likewise, there are many misfortunes that can befall you in war, and even the most accomplished commanders need to be wary of them. All this and more as we make the best of our downtime.

The Importance of Where

When it comes to playing the field, nothing matters more than location. The saturation and type of terrain affects the performance of both large and small armies. This week, join Thumbs and Malark as they look into the Importance of Where.

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Surprise and Prevention

It has been said that the key to victory is surprise. The aim is to catch your enemy in an unfavorable. It isn't always the case that we get the jump on our foe. Occasionally, we are forced into a fixed defensive position. In this week's episode, Thumbs and Malark explore the tactics required for a successful attack on a fixed position as well as what to do if you find yourself on the defense.

Danger Zone

Amidst the push and pull of battle, there is still purpose. Objectives must be held, key points taken, and enemy forces put to rout. Between all this, the invisible yet undeniable tide of war flows, crushing some and carrying others away. Here, in the clash of wills and blades meeting from across No Man's Land, we find the Danger Zone.

Talents, Ruses, and Strategems

There are many qualities required of a general if they are to be successful in their command. They must not only know how to use their army in force, but must also be able to use subtlety and cunning to carry the day. By examining Frederick's words, we can use them to seek out the best qualities in ourselves and use them to benefit our community and team.

Coup D'Oeil

When both knowledge and experience become intuitive, and when with a glance one can take a comprehensive view, we call this Coup D'Oeil. Join TAOW as we explore this concept and learn how to use it to exploit the battlefield and pursue the essential.

Where The Heart Is

TAOW takes a look at the methodical approach to logistics used by Frederick the Great. Using his ideas to movement, we can maximize our potential.

A Clear Vision (Frederick)

In our first dive into the mind of Frederick the Great, we talk about having a clear vision in battle. Planning and contingency planning are important aspects of wargaming. Frederick proves to have prudent advice on the subject, tune in to learn more!

Frederick Transition

Before we begin our new book, we take a look at the world that shaped our author. Join us as we do a brief exploration of the Holy Roman Empire, Prussia, and the life of Frederick the Great.