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The Defence of Duffer’s Drift is a classic military strategy book, first published in 1904 by Major General Ernest Dunlop Swinton, a British Army officer and military historian. The book presents six fictionalized battle scenarios, using a dream sequence format in which the protagonist, Lieutenant Backsight Forethought (B.F.), repeatedly experiences the same combat engagement against Boer forces in South Africa. Each time, he makes tactical errors, learns from them, and then applies his newfound knowledge in the next iteration of the battle, gradually improving his defensive strategy. The book is an educational tool for military leadership and small-unit tactics, designed to teach the fundamental principles of terrain usage, reconnaissance, defensive positioning, supply management, and enemy anticipation. By showing the consequences of poor decision-making and the benefits of adaptation, Swinton provides an engaging and practical guide for junior officers and soldiers. Though written over a century ago, The Defence of Duffer’s Drift remains relevant in modern military training, as its lessons in tactical awareness, strategic planning, and leadership under pressure apply to contemporary warfare. It is widely studied in military academies, officer training programs, and leadership courses around the world, making it an enduring classic in military education.
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