: The decisive battles (e.g., Alexander’s Gaugamela, Hannibal’s Cannae, Caesar’s Pharsalus).
In his book Masters of Command: Alexander, Hannibal, Caesar, and the Genius of Leadership , historian Barry Strauss analyzes the leadership of the ancient world's three greatest generals through ten critical qualities and five stages of war. The Ten Qualities of Command Masters of Command: Alexander, Hannibal, Caesar...
: The "strategic intuition" to make sound decisions with imperfect information. : The decisive battles (e
: Viewed as a leopard —cunning and opportunistic. He was the master of tactical surprise but lacked a "Plan B" when Rome refused to surrender. : The decisive battles (e.g.
: A factor Strauss adds that represents the "luck" or guidance required for such immense success. The Five Stages of War