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MEYER Eystein L. |
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The centre of gravity concept: |
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contemporary theories, comparison, and implications/ |
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Eystein L. Meyer |
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2022 |
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This article applies grounded theory and epistemological, teleological, ontological, and methodological (ETOM) lenses to describe the prevalent contemporary theories of the centre of gravity concept, originated by Carl von Clausewitz. These include the theories of John Warden, Joe Strange & Richard Iron, Antulio Echevarria II, Milan Vego, Dale Eikmeier, and Jacob Barfoed. The article then compares the theories across 14 deduced theoretical aspects and produces a comparison matrix, that can be used as an analytical tool, and discusses implications as guidance for further research and doctrine development. The article argues that the term "centre of gravity" is polluted, and that the application of the term in military planning and doctrines requires careful attention to the specific theory being applied, so that logical consistency and clear, accurate communication is achieved. Alternatively, the concept may be removed from doctrine altogether, renovated with inclusion of a new unpolluted term, or reconstructed with removal of the centre of gravity, leaving a "critical factor analysis" concept behind. This article also provides a level of granularity to the debate about the concept, that renders critics like Paparone & Davis Jr and Zweibelson partly irrelevant and can provide a more nuanced and qualitative basis for future discussion. |
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MILITARY, STRATEGY |
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MILITARY INNOVATION |
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STRATEGY |
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OPERATIONAL ART |
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CENTRE OF GRAVITY |
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CENTER OF GRAVITY |
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DOCTRINE |
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MILITARY OPERATIONS PLANNING |
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COMPREHENSIVE APPROACH |
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Defence Studies: |
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Vol 22, No. 3, September 2022, pp. 327-353 (105) |
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<a href="https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14702436.2022.2030715">https://www.tandfonline.com/doi/full/10.1080/14702436.2022.2030715</a> |
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