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Swarming has occurred throughout military history, and the lessons of this past experience may offer insights into a possible future application of swarming. This monograph analyzes ten swarming cases. The conclusions of this historical analysis are then applied to a discussion of future swarming.
Table of Contents
Preface
Figures
Tables
Summary
Acknowledgements
Acknowledgments
Abbreviations
Abbreviations and Acronyms
Errata
Chapter One
Introduction
Chapter Two
Methodology for Historical Analysis
Chapter Three
Historical Cases
Chapter Four
Historical Conclusions
Chapter Five
Toward a Swarming Doctrine?
Chapter Six
Conclusion
References
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