| ID | 111118 |
| Title Proper | Why wargaming works |
| Language | ENG |
| Author | Perla, Peter P ; McGrady, ED |
| Publication | 2011. |
| Summary / Abstract (Note) | Wargaming has a long history as an important tool for military training,
education, and research.
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In its broader application to nonmilitary conflict situations (see, for example, the recent books Wargaming for Leaders and
Business War Games), the technique is increasing in popularity, particularly
among businesses seeking strategic advantages.
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(As a result, we will sometimes
use the terms "wargaming" and "gaming" interchangeably; in the latter case,
however, we mean what is called "serious gaming," not the more general sense,
like gambling.)
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Despite that history and popularity, however, wargaming's record of success is uneven. Some games seem to succeed very well in preparing important decision makers for real-world environments
in which they later find themselves. |
| `In' analytical Note | Naval War College Review Vol. 64, No.3; Summer 2011: p.111-130 |
| Journal Source | Naval War College Review Vol. 64, No.3; Summer 2011: p.111-130 |
| Key Words | Wargaming ; Military Training ; Human History ; Military Games |