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3 Jun 2023
Military History

Uses & abuses of military history

Military history's decline as an academic discipline is attributed to disinterest and biases among educated elites, resulting in reduced courses and education for military elites. A broader definition of military history focusing on social, economic, and cultural aspects has contributed to its decline. However, there is a growing public interest in war, highlighting the need for informed civilian oversight in democratic societies.
8 minutes
2927
3 Jun 2023
Military History

MILITARY HISTORY: INDEX of PAGES AND COLLECTIONS ON THE RAAF RUNWAY

LINKS TO: The RAAF Runway Content related to the Study of Military History
60 minutes
2925
3 Jun 2023
Military History

The Use of Military History Sir Michael Howard (Shedden Papers)

A presentation based on a famous essay written by Sir Michael Howard, "THE USE AND ABUSE OF MILITARY HISTORY" by Michael Howard (armywarcollege.edu)
30 minutes
2924
3 Jun 2023
Strategic Influences

A Conversation with Sir Angus Houston, Co-Lead of Australia's New Defence Strategic Review.

 Australia's strategic conditions have worsened, with conflict warning times dropping below ten years.
60 minutes
2923
5 Jun 2023
Military History

All 20 American WW2 Aircraft Carrier Planes, and How Many Were Built

US carrier-based aircraft were crucial in the Pacific theatre. The rugged and reliable Grumman F4F Wildcat was initially the main fighter. However, rapid technological improvements created the F6F Hellcat, which proved highly effective in combat.
18 minutes
2919
1 Jun 2023
Air & Space Power

Book Review – Armageddon and OKRA: Australia’s air operations in the Middle East a century apart

"Armageddon and OKRA: Australia’s Air Operations in the Middle East a Century Apart" by Lewis Frederickson, chronicles Royal Australian Air Force's campaigns. Part of RAAF's centenary celebration, it's designed to be accessible, visually engaging, educational, and timeless.
7 minutes
2918
1 Jun 2023
Air & Space Power

The Role of U.S. Airpower in Defeating ISIS

RAND analysis shows airpower's critical role in defeating ISIS: blunting their momentum, targeting cash reserves, countering VBIED attacks, and the importance of aerial refueling in the air war against ISIS.
45 minutes
2916
1 Jun 2023
Strategic Influences

May 2023 - E-Newsletter

May 2023 - E-Newsletter
10 minutes
2917
1 Jun 2023
Air & Space Power

Air war against ISIS holds lessons for future battles

Rand Corp. report on ISIS air campaign: Intense bombing, depleted munitions. Targeting, battlespace, asset allocation issues. More weapons dropped. Shortage of intel, precision munitions. Improve targeteers, resource allocation.
8 minutes
2914
1 Jun 2023
Air & Space Power

AUSTRALIAN DEFENCE: Operation Okra

Operation Okra is the ADF's contribution to the international coalition (CJTF-OIR) against Daesh in Iraq and Syria, focusing on enhancing the capabilities of the Iraqi Security Forces.
2 minutes

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