Australian Defence and Deterrence: A 2024 Update
In Australia’s Defence and Deterrence, long-time analyst of global defence issues and frequent commentator on Australian defence…
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When I was growing up and into my college years, the survival of Israel was always…
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After 75 years of steady, systematic innovation and product development – and some very tough lessons…
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The Pentagon today announced a new plan for its fighter jet posture in Japan, which would broadly…
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You have heard of the USMC’s Force Design, but there is even a more significant challenge…
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The U.S. Army faces a major challenge as it shifts from the COIN wars of the…
Read More »Field Replicator 1.0 Now
One of the most talked about Department of Defense programs in 2024 was Replicator. Viewed as…
Read More »Evolution of the U.S. Marine Corps: A Decade of Transformation
Renowned for its expeditionary ethos and amphibious prowess, the USMC has historically epitomized adaptability and innovation.…
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