The Great General Staff

The Great General Staff was a powerful military planning organization used by some countries, notably Imperial Russia, before and during World War I. It consisted of top military leaders who coordinated strategic decisions, planned campaigns, and advised government leaders on military matters. Its goal was to ensure unified and effective use of the country's armed forces. The staff helped allocate resources, develop operational plans, and manage logistics, playing a crucial role in shaping military strategy. Overall, it was an essential hub for strategic military thinking and decision-making at the highest levels of a nation's armed forces.