The skill, ability, or rank of being a general in the military, or the qualities of leadership and strategy that a general should have.
From 'general' + '-ship' (Old English suffix meaning position, rank, or quality). 'General' comes from Latin 'generalis' (relating to all). The suffix '-ship' appears in words like 'friendship' and 'leadership'.
Generalship was historically measured not just by battles won, but by the commander's ability to inspire loyalty, manage supplies, and outthink opponents—ancient military theorists like Sun Tzu understood that the best generals often won wars without fighting.
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