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Bataille de Marignan, l'affrontement du 13 novembre. Craignant le départ des dernières troupes des Confédérés sans livrer bataille contre les Français, le cardinal Schiner choisit de provoquer la bataille par la ruse devant Milan. Il envoya, avec la complicité secrète de certains capitaines suisses dont Winkelried (à ne pas confondre avec Arnold Winkelried), la garde ducale et des cavaliers pontificaux provoquer la cavalerie française. Le jeudi 13 septembre 1515, aussitôt le combat engagé, les cavaliers du pape revinrent appeler les troupes suisses à l'aide. Celles-ci, avec Schiner à leur tête, se mirent immédiatement en route et sortirent de la ville de Milan pour affronter l'ennemi. Une fois hors de la ville et constatant la tromperieN 2, La Trémoille et de Fleuranges s'étant repliés après la légère escarmouche, de Winkelried soi-disant en grand danger se reposant en toute quiétude, après un moment de confusion, on décida néanmoins de poursuivre. Les hommes se jetèrent à genoux pour prier le Seigneur suivant l'usage de leurs pères et se mirent en marche20,21,22. Le combat s'engagea. Les Confédérés durent faire face au feu de l'artillerie française ainsi qu'aux cavaliers commandés par Bourbon, Guise et Gaillards qui les attaquaient par le flanc. Le premier choc avait complètement enfoncé la première ligne de l'armée française qui se reforme soutenue par la cavalerie, elle-même confrontée aux difficultés du terrain et aux piques suisses. François Ier, en personne à la tête de la cavalerie et des lansquenets allemands, ordonna une attaque généralisée contre les Suisses. Un combat furieux s'engagea pendant lequel tomba Jacques, fils aîné de Jean IV d'Amboise, François du Bourbon, le fils du général Trivulcese se fit capturer, et le chevalier sans peur Bayard évita de justesse la mort. Ce dernier se battit avec grande bravoure mais fut finalement contraint de ramper le long des fossés pour sortir du champ de bataille. Le corps à corps sanglant entre belligérants se poursuivit jusqu'en soirée et dans l'obscurité croissante. À la disparition de la lune vers 23 heures, la nuit noire ne permettant plus de distinguer amis et ennemis, tambours et trompettes sonnèrent le ralliement après six heures de luttes ininterrompues. Après quelques instants d'hésitations, contre l'avis de Schiner, les Confédérés décidèrent de tenir leur position, légèrement en leur faveur, plutôt que de retourner sur Milan, malgré le froid et la faim. Ainsi s'acheva la première journée de la bataille23,24. Dans l'obscurité, la confusion sur le terrain était grande. On raconta que le roi de France avait passé la nuit appuyé contre une pièce de canon à 50 toises d'un bataillon suisse22(environ 90 mètres).

Land warfare is a complex domain that involves the application of military power on the ground to achieve political and strategic objectives. Modern military doctrine, such as that used by the U.S. Army and the Indian Army, categorizes these elements into Combat Power and the Principles of War. 1. The 8 Elements of Combat Power Combat power is the total means of destructive, constructive, and information capabilities that a military unit can apply. It is typically broken down into eight key elements: ElementDescriptionLeadershipThe "multiplier" of all other elements. It provides purpose, direction, and motivation to soldiers.InformationEnables commanders to make informed decisions and creates opportunities to achieve results.Mission CommandThe system used to integrate the other elements. It focuses on decentralized execution based on the commander's intent.Movement & ManeuverThe movement of forces to gain a positional advantage over the enemy to deliver lethal or non-lethal effects.IntelligenceThe understanding of the enemy, terrain, weather, and civil considerations.FiresThe use of weapon systems (artillery, mortars, air support) to create specific lethal or non-lethal effects.SustainmentThe logistics required to maintain operations, including ammunition, fuel, food, and medical support.ProtectionThe preservation of the force so that the commander can apply maximum combat power.2. The Principles of War These are the enduring "rules of thumb" that guide how land forces are employed strategically and tactically: Objective: Direct every operation toward a clearly defined and attainable goal. Offensive: Seize, retain, and exploit the initiative. You cannot win by defending alone. Mass: Concentrate the effects of combat power at the most advantageous place and time. Economy of Force: Allocate the minimum essential combat power to secondary efforts so you can "mass" elsewhere. Maneuver: Place the enemy in a position of disadvantage through flexible movement. Unity of Command: Ensure all forces operate under a single responsible commander toward a common objective. Security: Prevent the enemy from gaining an unexpected advantage. Surprise: Strike the enemy at a time, place, or in a manner for which they are unprepared. Simplicity: Prepare clear, uncomplicated plans to minimize confusion in the "fog of war." 3. The Modern Legal Framework Land warfare is also governed by the Law of Land Warfare (International Humanitarian Law), which rests on four pillars: Military Necessity: Actions must be necessary to achieve a legitimate military goal. Distinction: Forces must distinguish between combatants and non-combatants (civilians). Proportionality: The anticipated harm to civilians must not be excessive in relation to the concrete military advantage gained. Unnecessary Suffering: Weapons and methods must not cause gratuitous or superfluous injury. Note: Contemporary land warfare is increasingly "Multi-Domain," meaning land forces must now integrate with cyber, space, and electronic warfare to be effective. , While land warfare uses many tools, the two primary "philosophies" of how to win a war are Attrition and Maneuver. Most modern conflicts are a spectrum of both, but understanding the pure form of each helps explain military strategy. 1. Attrition Warfare: The "Sledgehammer" Attrition warfare is a strategy where one side attempts to win by wearing down the enemy to the point of collapse through continuous losses in personnel, equipment, and supplies. Core Logic: "I have more than you." It assumes that if you can destroy the enemy’s resources faster than they can replace them, you will eventually win. Focus: Firepower and mass. Success is measured by "body counts," equipment destroyed, and the steady seizing of terrain. Command Style: Usually centralized and methodical. It requires strict synchronization of massive resources (artillery, logistics, manpower). Historical Example: The Battle of Verdun (WWI). German Chief of Staff Erich von Falkenhayn famously stated his goal was to "bleed France white" by forcing them to defend a position they could not afford to lose, regardless of the cost in lives. 2. Maneuver Warfare: The "Scalpel" Maneuver warfare seeks to shatter the enemy’s moral and physical cohesion—their ability to act as a unified force—rather than simply destroying every soldier. Core Logic: "I am faster and more unpredictable than you." It aims to create a state of chaos where the enemy's leadership can no longer make effective decisions. Focus: Speed, surprise, and dislocation (forcing the enemy to be in the wrong place at the wrong time). The OODA Loop: Developed by Col. John Boyd, this is the heart of maneuver theory. It stands for Observe, Orient, Decide, Act. The goal is to cycle through these steps faster than the enemy, essentially "getting inside" their decision-making process until they collapse from confusion. Historical Example: The 1940 Invasion of France (Blitzkrieg). Instead of fighting a line-by-line battle of attrition, German forces used speed and concentrated armor to bypass strongpoints, cut communication lines, and cause a total systemic collapse of the French military in weeks. 3. Key Differences at a Glance FeatureAttrition WarfareManeuver WarfareObjectivePhysical destruction of the enemy army.Functional/Psychological collapse of the enemy.TargetThe enemy's strength (mass).The enemy's weakness (vulnerability).Primary ToolMassed Firepower.Movement and Tempo.Command"Command Push" (Top-down, rigid)."Recon Pull" (Decentralized, flexible).Success MetricExchange ratios (Kill counts).Disruption and loss of enemy control.4. The Modern Synthesis: "Schwerpunkt" In practice, no army is purely "maneuver" or "attrition." To maneuver successfully, you often need a period of attrition to punch a hole in the enemy's line. A critical concept here is the Schwerpunkt (Center of Gravity/Focus of Effort). A commander identifies the single most important place to strike and concentrates all available "elements of power" there. While the rest of the front might look like attrition, the Schwerpunkt is where the maneuver happens to achieve a breakthrough. Modern Reality: In high-intensity conflicts today (like the war in Ukraine), we see a "return to attrition" because modern sensors (drones, satellites) make it very difficult to achieve the surprise needed for pure maneuver warfare. When you can see everything, it's hard to be "unexpected."

Farhat Hached était un leader syndical et activiste tunisien né le 2 février 1914 à El Abassia et assassiné le 5 décembre 1952 près de Radès. Il a joué un rôle majeur dans le mouvement ouvrier et national tunisien. Farhat Hached a fondé l'Union générale tunisienne du travail (UGTT) en 1946, qui est devenue le principal syndicat du pays. Il a lutté contre le colonialisme français et pour l'indépendance de la Tunisie. Les événements marquants du parcours de Farhat Hached sont les suivants : Fondation de l'Union Générale Tunisienne du Travail (UGTT) en 1946 : Farhat Hached a créé cette organisation pour structurer une société civile qui soit partie prenante de la vie politique en Tunisie. Lutte contre le colonialisme français : Hached a joué un rôle majeur dans la lutte pour l'indépendance de la Tunisie et contre le colonialisme français. Assassinat et réactions : Farhat Hached a été assassiné par l'organisation terroriste française La Main Rouge le 5 décembre 1952. Son assassinat a provoqué une grande indignation en Tunisie et a renforcé le mouvement indépendantiste. Commémoration de son assassinat : En 2002, à l'occasion du cinquantenaire de son assassinat, un nouveau mausolée a été construit pour recevoir sa dépouille. Hommage posthume : Après la révolution de 2011, une place par la Ville de Paris a été dédiée Farhat Hached. Héritage et influence : Le legs de Farhat Hached dépasse son action syndicale et il est considéré comme un symbole de la résistance et de la lutte pour l'indépendance. Aujourd'hui, il est toujours vénéré en tant que héros de l'indépendance et du mouvement ouvrier tunisien. Son héritage est célébré à travers des institutions telles que l'Institut Farhat Hached pour la formation syndicale et l'éducation ouvrière, et la Fondation Farhat Hached, qui rassemble des milliers de documents relatifs à sa vie et à son combat.

Gender discrimination refers to the unjust treatment of individuals based on their gender. It can also be refers to as when people are denied their rights and access to resources based on their sex. It often results from stereotypes, biases, and unequal power dynamics in society. It manifests in various forms and contexts, such as education, employment, politics, and everyday interactions. Examples of gender discrimination include: • Pay disparities between men and women in the workplace. • Limited educational opportunities for girls compared to boys in certain communities. • Stereotypical expectations regarding gender roles and behaviors, such as girls being discouraged from pursuing careers in STEM fields. • Harassment and violence targeted at individuals who do not conform to traditional gender norms. Gender discrimination not only violates individuals' rights and dignity but also perpetuates inequality and hinders social progress. It can lead to negative consequences for individuals' well-being, self-esteem, and opportunities for personal and professional growth. Additionally, gender discrimination reinforces harmful stereotypes and reinforces rigid gender norms, limiting everyone's freedom to express themselves authentically THE FOLLOWINGS ARE WAYS OF ADDRESSING GENDER DISCRIMINATION: Addressing gender discrimination requires a) Collective efforts from individuals, communities, and institutions. b) It involves challenging stereotypes, c) Advocating for policy changes. d) Promoting inclusive practices, and fostering respect and empathy towards people of all genders. e) By raising awareness. f) Promoting education, and g) Taking action to combat gender discrimination. h) Creating a more equitable and just society where everyone has the opportunity to thrive.

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