Mid-Term Paper – Evaluating Military Theory In4-5 pages, evaluatethe theories of Sun Tzu, Clausewitz, or Jomini. You may alsolook ahead in thecourse material andchoose another strategic thinker's...

Mid-Term Paper – Evaluating Military Theory

In4-5 pages, evaluatethe theories of Sun Tzu, Clausewitz, or Jomini. You may alsolook ahead in thecourse material andchoose another strategic thinker's theorieswith your professor's prior approval. Youhave broad scope in this assignment and should choose anaspect ofyour chosentheorist's work that interests youto analyze.

Do not include lengthy biographical details of the strategist. Your papershouldinclude:

• A brief explanation of the theory or aspect of the theory thatyou are evaluating.


• A strong thesis about the value or validity of the theory.


• Supporting evidence that proves your thesis -- use historical examples.


• A concise conclusion that reinforces the arguments you previously made.