Giulio Douhet (Italian General)

Giulio Douhet was an Italian military officer and airpower strategist who believed that aerial warfare could decisively shape future conflicts. He argued that gaining control of the skies through strategic bombing would weaken and ultimately defeat an enemy more effectively than ground forces alone. Douhet championed the idea that air forces should be used to target an opponent’s cities, infrastructure, and morale, potentially ending wars more quickly. His views influenced modern theories on airpower and the importance of strategic bombing, emphasizing the transformative role of aircraft in warfare.