Intent Statements – In Need Of A Refresh?
Reading a British Army commander’s intent statement in 2021 can be a painful experience. If you’re anything like me, upon ‘OSW-drop’ you skip straight to
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#WavellReviews “The Daughters of Kobani” by Gayle Tzemach Lemmon
Once I had started the book, I struggled to put it down. The writing is engaging. It develops a personal narrative and links characters together
The Problem with Deterrence
Cyber and Cyber deterrence featured heavily in the Integrated Review published recently, with 114 individual mentions. The review emphasises the UK’s ambition to the deter,
The Political Economy of PIRA Terrorism
The Provisional Irish Republican Army (PIRA) enjoyed a wide portfolio for sustaining their 30-year campaign of terror. This came from a diversified supply chain that
The UK’s Ranger Regiment: An opportunity
With the UK’s Integrated Review of Security, Defence, Development and Foreign Policy signalling an increased focus on building the capacity of foreign security forces, through
Professional Military Education Needs Reform. Here’s Why and What to do
Professional military education. PME. For some the phrase is a meaningless buzzword. For others it is the life-blood of military thinking and debate. The current
Britain’s Enduring Relationship with Saudi Arabia
When answering his critics following a defeat to Crystal Palace in 2015, Chelsea manager Jose Mourinho responded with the Portuguese proverb ‘The dogs bark but
#WavellReviews “The Habit of Excellence” by Lieutenant Colonel Langley Sharp
It accurately captures the ethos of the Army and the essence of how the modern Army seeks to lead. Different leaders will take different key
Warfare in the post-digital era
Winning Decision Superiority and Cognitive Dominance of the next war. Post-digital has yet to be defined: Some suggest it is would be more accurate to
Maintaining and Improving NATO’s Technological Edge
What happens when an alliance’s competitors quickly improve their technology and capabilities to place the alliance at increased risk? The North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO)