This Isn’t Simply About Israel
This fight is about much more than one single incident against the State of Israel. This is about destroying Western Civilization.
Warfare
Tell me about that Kamala landslide
the polls say — trusting the accuracy of the polls six weeks from the election is like trusting a Palestinian ceasefire. Right now pollsters can say whatever they want and then claim just before the election that the race is getting tighter. They get judged by their final polls, not these early ones.
Diplomacy 101: How Bad Presidents Waste Blood and Treasure
If history has taught us anything, it’s that good presidents keep us out of war, and bad ones dive headfirst into conflicts that waste blood, treasure, and common sense.
Red Dawn in 2024: The Evolution of Resistance
If “Red Dawn” were remade in 2024, the story would look different in terms of tactics and technology, but its core message of resisting an invading force would remain the same.
West Point Needs a Reset, Part2: In Their Own Words
On Sept. 12, Real Clear Defense published my commentary, “West Point Needs a Reset,” detailing why I and many fellow graduates believe the United States Military Academy has lost its way and needs to get back to the basics of educating future Army officers to fight and win our nation’s wars. Almost immediately, the piece …
West Point Needs a Reset
Not only has the taxpayer cost of a West Point education risen, but the Academy’s moral and professional compass seems to have shifted.
Israel, Lebanon, and the Questions of the Day
Please stop pleading for a ceasefire as if it was a simple barfight over some meaningless disagreement. This is existential, and Israel deserves the support of the world in defending itself from these demonic enemies.
The Brilliance of General Sherman: Mastering the Art of Total War
A Georgia State Trooper pulled over a car full of West Point cadets for speeding. After sternly informing them, “Nobody drives through my county that fast,” the cadet behind the wheel, with a smirk, replied, “Sherman did.”
The 2024 Cost of Obama’s 2014 Failed Diplomacy
The crisis in Ukraine, now a full-blown war that has claimed tens of thousands of lives and consumed hundreds of billions of U.S. dollars, is a stark reminder of the perils of failed diplomacy and reckless intervention.
Pizza Box Origami of Death: Australia’s Cardboard Drones Strike Fear on the Battlefield
Low-cost drones are delivering devastating effects on the battlefield, with a 75+ mile range and a cost under $600.
Israeli pager attacks were pure genius; They should also serve as a wake-up call
It was impossible not to be impressed by Israel’s pager attacks on Hezbollah, the Iranian terrorist proxy based in southern Lebanon. The conception of the plan, the years of coordination, and the final execution of the plan were an intelligence coup. The simultaneous explosions also provided lots of fodder for social media users who are …
Imagine Russian Troops in Canada and Mexico
In 1917, Imperial Germany sent a message to Mexico’s foreign minister, promising them that if the United States entered the Great War in Europe, Mexico would get back territory lost to the United States in the 1840s.
Come and Take It: The Defiant Spirit of the Spartans and Texans
Just as the Spartans stood their ground against the mighty Persian army, the settlers of Gonzales, Texas, would use the same spirit of defiance against Mexican forces in the early days of the Texas Revolution.
World War III Watch: We Have a President Sinking Into Dementia Taking These Decisions
I saw the hints of this story on Twitter, but it seemed so insane that I was determined to find a credentialed media, a liberal credentialed media source before I would comment on or believe it. Well, the Grey Lady certainly fits the definition of a liberal credentialed media source, and the idea is simply …
The Hidden Threat
The Hidden Threat: The Dangers of Decades of Chinese Communist Party Infiltration and Intellectual Property Theft in American Universities Over the past few decades, the infiltration of American institutions by the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) has emerged as a significant threat to national security. The strategic placement of Chinese students and spies in universities across …
Hannibal: The Genius General Who Challenged Rome’s Might
Hannibal Barca, born in 247 BC in Carthage (modern day 🇹🇳 Tunisia) was a military prodigy destined to become one of history’s most renowned commanders.
US Military Generals Leading from the Rear: A Root Cause of Military Stagnation
One of the fundamental problems plaguing today’s U.S. military is the growing trend of general officers leading from the rear, far removed from the dangers of direct combat.
The Enduring Relevance of Schofield’s Wisdom in Modern Warfare
Major General John M. Schofield’s definition of discipline, which emphasizes respect and humane treatment of subordinates, continues to serve as a timeless guide for military leaders.
The Resilient A-10 Warthog: A Tale of Survival in the Face of Adversity
In the 1990s, the United States Air Force faced a critical decision: whether to retire the A-10 Thunderbolt II, affectionately known as the “Warthog,” or to modernize its fleet with more advanced, multi-role aircraft.
Swiss Engineering Marvel: The Story of the World’s Largest Rifle
Swiss engineering once gave birth to an awe-inspiring marvel: the world’s largest rifle that could be fired by a single soldier