This article critically examines the work of Colin Gray and his original contribution to science, strategy theory and contemporary strategic thought. Gray’s understanding of strategy is considered a universal theory of strategy, one that allows us to disclose the key ingredients of strategy regardless of time, place, belligerent sides, technology or domain. Although he was considered to be a follower of Clausewitz, he argued that the strategy theory is a living subject that needs to be continuously engaged with and developed. He focused his thinking on finding answers to the question of how strategy theory can be applied to the formulation of strategies to address current situations. The article brings to the Slovenian space an analytical perspective on the understanding of contemporary strategy theory and the value for its scientific study as well as the consideration of practical principles.
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