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Exploring changes in the practice of war while the fundamental nature and principles of war are unchanging. Includes mercenaries, PMSC, Hybrid Warfare, revolution in military affairs. For in-depth information see my blog at blog.ctmayer.net
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Saturday May 20, 2023
Saturday May 20, 2023
Why do we study old battles? Historic examples of strategy help us to understand enduring lessons about why nations win or don’t win wars. But historic battles and campaigns were fought using weapons, tactics, and other technology that have little relevance to modern warfare. What is the value in studying them and if we should, then how should we go about it? This episode describes one technique: the Battlefield Staff Ride.
The views in these podcasts are my own and do not necessarily represent the views of the Department of Defense or any other organization I have been associated with.
Music: Liszt, Les Preludes, perfomed by the USMC Band. Public Domain
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