The world’s first independent air force owes its survival and shape to its ‘father’, Hugh Trenchard. We explore how with the RAF Museum’s Dr Harry Raffal.
NATO’s first Secretary General, Hastings Ismay, profoundly shaped today’s Alliance. Join us to discuss his legacy with his latest biographer, Lieutenant General Sir John Kiszely.
Join podcast guest Professor Eitan Shamir as he examines Moshe Dayan's controversial role in Israeli politics, highlighting his strategic prowess and critical missteps in 1973.
Our podcast guest Air Marshal Edward Stringer's provides analysis of Marshal Arthur Tedder, Eisenhower's Deputy in WWII, and considers his strategic brilliance in orchestrating D-Day.
Explore insights from Dr Afshon Ostovar in this week's episode on Qasim Soleimani's influence in Iran's military tactics, emphasising the shift to proxy warfare and non-state actors.
Podcast guest Dr Andrew Sangster explores the complex relationship between Winston Churchill and General Alanbrooke, highlighting their strategic debates and the dynamics of civil-military relations.
Join Beatrice and Paul as they discuss Admiral Sergey Gorshkov's legacy with Captain (ret.) Dr. Kevin Rowlands, exploring his impact on the Soviet Navy's evolution.
Join podcast guest Professor Martin Motte as he explores Raoul Castex's legacy and considers the strategic insights of the naval officer who championed joint military operations.
Professor Steve Tsang, Director of the SOAS China Institute, joins Beatrice and Paul to discuss the founding father of the Chinese People’s Republic, Mao Zedong.
Join guests Dr Tanya Ogilvie-White and Dr Kristan Stoddart as they discuss Sir Michael Quinlan's pivotal role in shaping British nuclear strategy and the 'Just War' tradition.
Explore the legendary status of Lawrence of Arabia, a key figure in the Arab fight for independence. Dr Rob Johnson, the author of T E Lawrence’s most recent biography, joins Beatrice and Paul for this week’s episode.
Discover the impact of John Warden III on air power strategy and Operation Desert Storm, featuring expert commentary from Colonel Dr John Andreas Olsen as this week's guest.
Join Dr Daniel Whittingham and podcast hosts Beatrice, and Paul as they explore Major-General Sir Charles Edward Callwell's imperialist views and insights on counterinsurgency.
Join Brigadier General Dr Hervé Pierre, Beatrice, and Paul as they explore General André Beaufre's strategic insights and their relevance to modern military thought.
Join Dr Élie Tenenbaum, Beatrice, and Paul as they explore the insights of two French strategists on political and psychological warfare in COIN operations.
Professor Gudrun Persson joins Paul and Beatrice as they explore the life and strategic contributions of General Aleksandr Svechin, a pivotal figure in military history.
Explore the transformative ideas of Italian General Giulio Douhet with this week's guest Colonel Dr Stephen Renner from the US Air War College along with podcast hosts Paul and Beatrice.
Explore the insights of Cdr Dr Benjamin Armstrong as he discusses Mahan's influence on naval leadership and education, including his recognition by RUSI.
Discover the impact of Colin S. Gray's strategic culture insights with guest Dr Jeannie Johnson focusing on his legacy and the concept of 'unknown unknowns'.
Join us with podcast guest Dr Ofer Fridman as we explore the insights of Genrikh Leer and Evgeny Messner, pivotal authors now influencing Russian military strategy.
Professor Stig Förster joins hosts Professor Beatrice Heuser and Paul O'Neill to discuss the controversies surrounding the German strategists: von der Goltz, von Schlieffen and Bernhardi.
In this episode Professor Andrew Lambert joins hosts Professor Beatrice Heuser and Paul O'Neill to discuss Corbett as the defender of a distinct British role in the world, advocating a 'British Way of War'.
