The U.S. Marine Corps program to insert Marines from outer space is science fiction today, but there is a parallel with the Corps' development of new amphibious landing techniques and technology prior to World War II.
Read MoreIn this month's Tactics 101, an Armchair General continuing series, the authors look at the crucial elements in planning for and preparing an engagement area, including use of obstacles, direct and indirect fire, and more.
Read MoreArmchair General reviewer Jim Cobb files his latest report on Supreme Ruler 2020, one of the most strategic and in-depth world simulation games to come around in a long time.
Read MoreFull text of a speech by U.S. Secretary of Defense Robert M. Gates at National Defense University, Sept. 29, 2008. He addresses ideas and analysis, as well as points of contention, behind America's National Defense Strategy.
Read MoreA review of the book Counterinsurgency in Modern Warfare. Thirteen insurgencies from the last 110 years are examined, with details on what strategies were employed to combat them, what worked, what didn't, and lessons learned.
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