Douhet's Theory

Douhet's theory posits that air power could be the decisive factor in warfare, primarily through strategic bombing of an enemy’s key infrastructure and morale. He believed that overwhelming aerial attacks could weaken or even destroy an opponent’s ability to fight without direct ground battles. By targeting industrial centers, transportation hubs, and command centers from the air, a nation could potentially force an enemy to surrender more quickly, making traditional ground wars less necessary. Essentially, Douhet saw air superiority and strategic bombing as the most effective tools for achieving victory in modern warfare.