How did the military thinking of carl von clausewitz influence war policy in the 20th century?

The Cold War became a manifestation of war being an extension of politics.

Clausewitz defines war as an act of violence, characterized by destruction. He considers war as a continuation of politics by other means. His military thinking therefore has an influence on politics and strategy. This is because it aims at equipping individuals with the power of thought necessary to deal with a dynamic environment