Small-Unit Actions as Dynamic Systems
In an era defined by asymmetric threats, urban sprawl, and rapidly evolving technologies, the modern battlefield defies predictability. Traditional training paradigms, built around fixed-room layouts, static targets, and rehearsed checklists, offer little preparation for the fluid, non-linear interactions that define real combat. When a squad encounters moving civilians, unexpected weather shifts, or an adaptive enemy, […]
On Operations A Review
(Disclaimer: Naval Institute Press provided me with a review copy of On Operations by B.A. Friedman) „What are the levels of war, and why are they important?” was one of the first questions I asked myself when I started to study war and human conflict. I found conflicting answers and could not make sense of […]
Tactical Excellence with Combat Mission Cold War
(Disclaimer: Battlefront was kind enough to provide me with a copy of Combat Mission Cold War for this review) Decision-making in a tactical environment is key to the success of military forces. Usually, life or death decisions must be made in split seconds with minimal information. The lack of information, often called the fog of […]
