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South Korea's 2024 martial law declaration evokes a turbulent past. Frank Jones reviews "Korea on the Brink," a memoir by Gen John Wickham, who led the Combined Forces Command during the 1980 crisis. #WARROOM #DustyShelves warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/on-...

#BRICS nations want to ditch the #dollar, but a common currency faces huge hurdles. Mark Duckenfield says diverging economies, lack of political unity, and no shared vision make a BRICS currency unlikely. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/bri...

How do #SFABs fit into great power competition? Tom Spahr spoke w/ Dustin Blair & Jon Post, 2 former SFAB cdrs about their role in bldg partner nation relationships, enhancing interoperability & the need for continued investment #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/sfabs

The USAHEC & Tom Spahr hosted Gen Frank McKenzie, USMC, Ret. to talk about his book, "The Melting Point" & his experience as a combatant commander & the challenges of leadership in wartime. Listen to their discussion in our latest bonus episode #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/the...

#Sweden's military is transforming! Driven by #geopolitical shifts & tech advancements, the army is embracing #innovation, #agility, & rapid deployment. Jonny Lindfors, Jan Lundberg & Filip Scheynius explain #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/swe...

warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/war... Please check out this episode of War Room from US Army War College where my vague notions are given form and structure by the brilliant JP Clark @jpclark97.bsky.social @warroomeds.bsky.social

Tune in as @jpclark97.bsky.social & Thomas Crosbie explore the complex relationship between the US military & the media! Historical figs & the Vietnam War, exemplify the challenges of balancing transparency & control in mil-media relations. warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/war...

Time is of the essence in warfare! Rick Chersicla revisits Robert Leonhard's work "Fighting by Minutes" which examines the critical role of time in military planning & execution #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/fig...

Learn how #AI & #ML are revolutionizing logistics & targeting for a faster, more effective & efficient military. Join Joe O'Callaghan & Tom Spahr as they discuss the DoD's Maven Smart System #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/dat...

Steve Speece draws parallels between the #SiliconValleyBank collapse & the Russia-Ukraine War. He emphasizes risk can change forms but not be eliminated & advocates for a framework to assess & manage #strategicdeterrence failures #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/str...

The U.S. military's high public confidence is declining. Join Ronald Krebs & host @carriealee.bsky.social as they discuss the factors behind this trend & its impact on #civilmilitary relations. #WARROOM #publictrust #polarization warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/pat...

Trường Chinh, the often overlooked former general secretary of the Vietnamese Communist Party, was key to #Vietnam's revolutionary war strategy. Frank Jones examines his '47 book, "The Resistance Will Win," and his winning 3-stage plan. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/tru...

Tune in to the latest episode of #OnWriting w/ @michaelneiberg.bsky.social & Tim Cook, chief historian at the Canadian War Museum. They discuss Cook's new book, "The Good Allies," about the relationship between Canada & the US during #WWII #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/fig...

Should the U.S. Army create a separate Drone Corps? Neil Hollenbeck suggests a specialized #drone unit w/in an existing division instead. This could allow for rapid development of tactics while maintaining #integration w/ other branches. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/tra...

Start the year w/ a fantastic discussion on the Law of Armed Conflict (#LOAC). @ruleoflaw.bsky.social & @rjgranieri.bsky.social delve into how #LOAC seeks to minimize harm in war & the role of the #GenevaConventions & the #ICC. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/acc...

The 2008 Russo-Georgian War was a testing ground for Russia's new generation #warfare tactics. Ketevan Chincharadze & Larry Goodson explain how it continues to shape the geopolitical landscape. #WARROOM #Russia #Georgia #Cyberattacks #AuthoritarianRegimes warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/end...

Andrew Hill & Steve Gerras are back w/ Tom Spahr for pt 2 of their engaging discussion on human oversight of AI in #nationaldefense. Can we trust our gut or do human #biases create dangerous bottlenecks? #WarRoom #NationalSecurity warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/bey...

Space is critical for #modernwarfare! David Zesinger & Michael Posey offer a guide to understanding this complex #domain. Protecting space assets & managing the #EMS are crucial for maintaining #militarysuperiority. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/liv...

Can #AI outperform human #intuition on the battlefield? Andrew Hill & Steve Gerras join Tom Spahr in a 2-part series challenging conventional thinking on AI in #defense. #WarRoom #NationalSecurity warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/bey...

Overreliance on #technology in #warfare can erode essential skills, warns Carlos Peña. Balancing cutting-edge training with basic soldiering is key. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/tem...

#Poland's historical memory & identity is a complex subject when considered in the context of #WWII & communism. Jadwiga Biskupska joins host Ron Granieri for a fascinating discussion of the shaping Poland's national consciousness #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ech...

Laurie Rush, U.S. Army Archaeologist, joins Matthias Rogg to discuss the importance of protecting #culturalproperty during conflict. They highlight the need for increased awareness & #training w/in the military to protect these valuable assets #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/blo...

Historian Matthias Rogg & int'l law expert Lando Kirchmair discuss the protection of #culturalproperty during conflict. They highlight the role of int'l law & the ethical dilemmas surrounding the protection of cultural property in wartime #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/blo...

The War Room Team is thankful for our valued readers & listeners. We hope you find time to appreciate all the good in your life & celebrate with family & friends. And to those who are far from home & loved ones, we are grateful for your service. Happy Thanksgiving, everyone!

Melvyn Leffler joins @carriealee.bsky.social for pt 2 of their discussion of the #IraqWar decision-making process. They examine the dysfunction of the admin despite the vast #foreignpolicy experience & explore #strategicmessaging to #allies. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ira...

Thomas Crosbie & Holger Lindhardtsen sum up their multi-part series on a #competency-based approach to #PME design. Align courses with desired outcomes, design ideal curriculum then adapt to reality. #WARROOM #JPME warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/com...

Often overlooked #militarydiplomacy is a crucial tool in today's world. Derek Ping & Michael Wise highlight the vital role of U.S. Army Foreign Area Officers (#FAOs) in navigating the complex global landscape. #ForeignPolicy #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/mil...

Melvyn Leffler joins @carriealee.bsky.social w/ a fresh perspective on the #IraqWar, arguing the Bush admin wasn't set on #invasion from day one. Genuine fears of WMD, #fear & #hubris all contributed to the decision-making process. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/ira...

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Tech-oriented tracks in #PME pgms will be crucial to preparing the force for the challenges & opportunities of new #technologies. Vicky Karyoti argues pgms should foster key competencies & address the mental challenges of #tech use #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/com...

To all who have worn the uniform of our nation – thank you for your courage, your service, & your sacrifices. Veterans Day is a day of remembrance & gratitude, to honor the brave men & women who have served, recognizing the profound impact they've had in shaping our country.