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John Tiller Software Releases Squad Battles Modern War

Published: December 30, 2010 at 12:08 pm

The latest Squad Battles game covers modern conflict.

Tooth and Nail – Book Review

Brian King | Published: November 29, 2010 at 4:48 pm

Real-world military tactics, a pandemic in the midst of the War on Terror, and Zombies – ‘Tooth and Nail’ is a book with everything!

Tedium and Terror – The Story of Every War

Gerald D. Swick | Published: November 22, 2010 at 2:57 pm

An article about an American unit in Afghanistan shows the old maxim is still true – war is long periods of boredom punctuated by moments of shear terror.

First Living Medal of Honor Recipient in 40 Years

Gerald D. Swick | Published: November 17, 2010 at 11:14 am

Staff Sergeant Salvatore A. Giunta from Hiawatha, Iowa, is the first living recipient of the Medal of Honor since the Vietnam War.

First NFL-Tillman Military Scholar Named

Published: November 09, 2010 at 2:56 pm

The NFL and Pat Tillman Foundation announced the first recipient of the NFL-Tillman Military Scholarship.

Medal of Honor – PC Game Review

James Pikover | Published: November 03, 2010 at 1:06 pm

The new Medal of Honor game from EA offers dynamic graphics and some memorable moments but is hindered by heavily scripted gameplay and a bland multiplayer version.

One Person Can Make A Difference: Greg Mortenson

Carlo D'Este | Published: August 02, 2010 at 4:14 pm

Carlo D’Este highlights the extraordinary work of Philanthropist Greg Mortenson as he continues to build schools in Pakistan and Afghanistan.

Unity of Effort Afghanistan

John Antal | Published: July 14, 2010 at 6:21 pm

Author and former Soldier John Antal highlights the need for Unity of Effort in Afghanistan.

Independence Day, 2010

Carlo D'Este | Published: July 02, 2010 at 11:40 am

Historian Carlo D’Este examines the recent firing of Gen. Stanley McChrystal and highlights reasons to celebrate July 4th.

Gen. McChrystal’s Firing: Déjà Vu All Over Again?

Jerry D. Morelock | Published: June 24, 2010 at 1:42 pm

Armchair General Editor in Chief Jerry Morelock compares the recent firing of Gen. Stanley McChrystal and his relationship with Barack Obama to that of Lincoln and McCellan and Truman and MacArthur.

Wounded Warriors: James Wright and David Rozelle

Media Release | Published: May 13, 2010 at 12:26 pm

Army Major David Rozelle and Marine Sergeant James Wright were both seriously wounded in Iraq, but neither of these wounded warriors let their injuries destroy their lives.

Ottoman Collapse and Aftermath Reading List

Ralph Peters | Published: March 11, 2010 at 8:51 pm

Twelve books recommended by Ralph Peters to guide readers who want to learn more about a subject that shaped the world we live in today – and that still creates world crises – the collapse of the Ottoman Empire.

Endless War: Middle Eastern Islam vs. Western Civilization – Book Review

Jerry D. Morelock | Published: March 08, 2010 at 7:06 pm

A review of Endless War: Middle Eastern Islam vs. Western Civilization by Ralph Peters offers insight on one of today’s most vitally important issues – the assault of militant Islam on Western civilization, values and culture.

The End Of A Forgettable Year

Carlo D'Este | Published: January 05, 2010 at 3:15 pm

Historian and Armchair General Advisory Board Member Carlo D’Este reflects on the significant events of 2009 including the economy, the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and “going green.”

The Clausewitz Delusion – Book Review

Rick Baillergeon | Published: December 22, 2009 at 7:54 pm

A review of Steven L. Melton’s The Clausewitz Delusion, a book that maintains the U.S. Army’s infatuation with the writings of 19th-century military theoretician Carl von Clausewitz led to many of the problems in the Irag and Afghanistan wars.

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 – XBox 360 Review

James Pikover | Published: November 25, 2009 at 10:26 am

Call of Duty: Modern Warfare 2 has incredible graphics and its multiplayer mode is brilliant, but some of its story elements are morally questionable and apparently are only there for shock value to get media attention.

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