How do "sunk costs" influence wartime decisions? @jpclark97.bsky.social interviews @mightymight7.bsky.social on his book, "When Presidents Fight the Last War." Discover how lessons from #Vietnam drove presidents to cut losses or "double down" #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/sun...

Every author needs a beagle under their desk to aid the creative process through a combination of snorts, sighs, and generally keeping you from putting your feet in the most comfortable position. She’s a weird little dog. Perhaps part rat as smelly, cave-like environments are her thing.

I’m gonna be honest, Panel Discussants at Conferences: We really don’t want to hear your comments for 20 MINUTES. Send the presenters an email and let them field questions about their work from the audience.

This is Annie. She freaking loves fall. 13/10 (FB: James Osborne)

The universe definitely does not want me to write much today. A young hawk decided to give me a treat for a good minute.

It’s hard to concentrate on writing with such a pretty sunrise.

Two new recommendations for those looking for good non-fiction. Tore Skeie's, The Wolf Age. Danny Orbach's, Curse on This Country. They are quite different in tone and content, but each excellent in its own way. For other recommendations, check out my website. www.jpclark.works/goodreads

Only a month 'til the publication of “Framing the First World War: How Divergent Views Shaped a Global Conflict”, edited by me, @mpmfinch.bsky.social & @dmorganowen.bsky.social! US readers: get 30% discount (code: FRAMINGWWI) & free shipping if you order direct from @univpressofkansas.bsky.social

If is easy to lose the plot and idolize athletes for crass outcomes rather than the noble characteristics that sport at its best brings out. I hope to be a little like Ichiro. Maybe you do, too. If so, good luck to us all. www.nytimes.com/athletic/666... Why Ichiro won’t stop working like a player.

Taiwan's "porcupine defense" aims to stop a #Chinese invasion. Jay Hsieh & Pete Roongsang say new policies need faster innovation & US aid synchronization. Sim tng & a domestic UAV industry are key to readiness. They join Tom Galvin #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/por...

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The final #TRADOC cdr, Gen Gary Brito joins @jpclark97.bsky.social to discuss the U.S. Army's "continuous transformation" & the new T2COM. GEN Brito emphasizes that the Army being ready to #fightandwin depends on army leaders at all echelons #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/tra...

Historian Stephan Kieninger discusses his new book on former Dep Sec of State Strobe Talbott w/ Ron Granieri. They discuss Talbott's belief that both NATO expansion and engagement with Russia were achievable, a dynamic that remains relevant today #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/the...

As ever, Ali Wyne brings nuance, balance, and insight to the toughest subjects. This one is well worth your time. mwi.westpoint.edu/mwi-podcast-...

Ooof. By dint of alphabetical order, I am now in the older half of living West Point graduates.

The New Yorker is on the nose this Back to School season.

This was such a fun conversation, although I am still embarrassed about how much I didn’t know about an event that took place and has had a huge effect on my military career.

The summary of the current state of the innovation/adaptation literature alone is worth the price of entry. On top of that, a well-argued, provocative argument. smallwarsjournal.com/2025/08/11/t...

In additional to the useful, practical hints on the use of operational data, Melissa also provides good advice on how to be a useful and respected functional SME in an organization( these apply beyond just ORSAs.

“The hype around AI has prompted many companies to experiment without clear goals, adequate infrastructure, or a realistic understanding of what the technology can deliver, says Prof Li.” <—- well, this is shocking….

Maria Gregory a recent grad of the U.S. Army War College shares her top tips for success! She went from apprehensive to transformed & shares her #CarlisleExperience lessons w/ Liz Woodworth hoping to help others thrive during their studies #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/app...

The U.S. Army's "transformation in contact" prepares for multi-domain ops. It requires a break from the past to create a new norm. A well-communicated plan traverses the "middle space" - old ways are gone & new ones aren't yet established #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/articles/tra...

Historians Politely Remind Nation To Check What&#39;s Happened In Past Before Making Any Big Decisions — theonion.com/historians-p...

The buzz of a drone doesn’t just signal danger — it can foment lasting psychological damage. What does that mean for modern warfare? warontherocks.com/20...

Fantastic discussion of the British Army’s new training model. Truthfully, I have a hard time visualizing this, but it can’t be disputed that we need to make better use of time and think deliberately about building individual and unit competence. overcast.fm/+AA6Yin3PbyQ

A striking message to industry from Ukrainians at #LANDEURO is the invitation to bring new products to the war for testing. Although it makes perfect sense to pitch conflict as a comparative advantage and offers legitimate win-win possibilities, the transactional honesty is nonetheless disquieting.

It was an honor to moderate a panel with doctrine guru Rich Creed, 56th MDC commander BG Steve Carpenter, and Harald Mannheim of Airbus multi-domain operations. A hot topic these days, we had plenty to discuss. Thanks to AUSA for assembling such a great panel of experts. I learned a lot! #LANDEURO

The ossuary at Verdun shocks. I didn’t take a picture and my wife hesitated for fear of disrespect. My brother-in-law didn’t think the bones were real at first. But it is a final act of honoring them to reflect on the 130k unknown of the 300k dead in just that battle. A place worth reflecting upon.

A surprising aspect of touring WWI AEF battlefields is the lack of other visitors, which makes for a very different experience certainly than Civil War but also even Normandy. We met no other Americans in two days, and only a handful of others. A relief in part but also adds a bit of melancholy.

Crossing the Rhine. Au revoir, France! Gutten morgen, Deutschland!

As always, President’s Inbox gives a short, smart take on international relations and national security. Spheres of influence just won’t work today…and that’s a good thing. www.cfr.org/podcasts/tpi...

“In America, anybody can be president. That's one of the risks you take.” Adlai E. Stevenson, who died on this day in 1965

A good overview of the history and some of the underlying dynamics of Russian-Chinese relations and prospects ahead. The “Reverse Kissinger” fad places too much stock in a third party’s ability to influence a bilateral relationship between two powerful states. www.rusi.org/explore-our-...

This is Taco. He is the most relaxed little guy in the world. Mostly because he does not know about emails or the economy, but shoulder rubs help too. 13/10 (IG: tacofoxyhuahua)

Conscientious SUV Shopper Just Wants Something That Will Kill Family In Other Car In Case Of Accident theonion.com/conscie...

Sean Shields recounts leading the 20th Engineer Bde during #HurricaneHelene relief. He discusses collaborating w/ #FEMA & the U.S. National Guard & using the #Maven system on an unclass network for the 1st time. w/ Tom Spahr #WAR_ROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/cas...

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This was a particularly good episode. The thoughtfulness, sincerity, and humility of @omarvaleriojimenez.bsky.social are inspiring. I also keep a log, and really liked his comment that it is good for ensuring you put in the required hours...but also for giving yourself some grace when life happens.

2025 Strat Landpower Symposium: Gen Xavier Brunson, cmdr US Forces Korea, spoke on rekindling the "emotion" behind int'l supt for S. Korea, balancing "fight tonight" readiness w/ #modernization, & #leveraging #alliances as a competitive advantage #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/bru...

Then perish.

I have to admit, even though I served for three years in Korea to include commanding ROK soldiers, I did not know this whole history. Fascinating stuff.

The best part of being editor in chief for @warroomeds.bsky.social is advance copies of books. I met @the-irish-texan.bsky.social several years ago in College Station and seeing this develop into an award-winning book has been great fun. Podcast to air this summer! @univpressofkansas.bsky.social

I really hope that this discussion helps someone out, by causing them to ask themselves some questions that they would not have otherwise.

Super discussion on the current state of play and future of air power in the face of drone use and air defenses, including the all-critical aspect of production and the industrial base. @justin-br0nk.bsky.social sites.libsyn.com/420071/air-c...

🚨🧵New RUSI report, 'The Case for Greater Mission Specialisation by NATO’s European Air Forces' by @justin-br0nk.bsky.social is out now.

Sign-up now open for the conference on 'Britain, Conflict & the Sea' that I am running with RMG this September: www.rmg.co.uk/whats-on/nat...

I’m a bit behind in my podcast listening. I wasn’t sure whether I was going to be interested, but this ended up being a fascinating discussion of economic and monetary systems—then and now. www.michaelpatrickcullinane.com/podcast/epis...

#US & #international #warcolleges along w/civilian universities clash in the US Army War College's Strategy Competition! Teams strategize to solve tough real-world security problems. Tino Perez and @jpclark97.bsky.social discuss this year's event. #WARROOM warroom.armywarcollege.edu/podcasts/str...