Next War
Reimagining How We Fight
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Publisher Description
An analysis of the lessons learned from recent wars, including the conflict in Ukraine, and how top war-fighting disrupters are transforming the methods of warfare.
The nature of war is constant change. We live in an era of exponential technological acceleration which is transforming how wars are waged. Today, the battlespace is transparent; multi-domain sensors can see anything, and long-range precision fire can target everything that is observed. Autonomous weapons can be unleashed into the battlespace and attack any target from above, hitting the weakest point of tanks and armored vehicles. The velocity of war is hyper-fast.
Battle shock is the operational, informational, and organizational paralysis induced by the rapid convergence of key disrupters in the battlespace. It occurs when the tempo of operations is so fast, and the means so overwhelming, that the enemy cannot think, decide, or act in time. Hit with too many attacks in multiple domains, all occurring simultaneously, the enemy is paralyzed. In short, the keys to decisive victory in war is to generate battle shock.
Imagine a peer fight against Communist China, a new war in Europe against a resurgent Russia, or a conflict against Iran in the Middle East. How can our forces survive an enemy-first strike in these circumstances? Can we adapt to the ever-accelerating tempo of war?
Will our forces be able to mask from enemy sensors? How will leaders execute command and control in a degraded communications environment? Will our command posts survive? Will our commanders see and understand what is happening in order to plan, decide, and act in real time? This book addresses these tough questions and more.
Customer Reviews
A must read for those interested in international policy and military affairs
Next War: Reimagining How We Fight by John Antal is a must-read for anyone interested in the future of warfare. Antal, a retired US Army colonel with over 30 years of experience in combat and strategy, provides a clear and concise analysis of the key trends that are shaping the battlefield of tomorrow.
Antal begins by examining the lessons learned from recent wars, including the conflict in Ukraine. He argues that the nature of war is constantly changing, and that militaries must adapt to new technologies and threats in order to remain effective.
One of the most important trends Antal identifies is the increasing transparency of the battlefield. Multi-domain sensors can now see everything, and long-range precision fire can target anything that is observed. This means that traditional notions of maneuver and concealment are becoming obsolete.
Another key trend is the rise of autonomous weapons systems. These systems can operate without human intervention, and they have the potential to revolutionize the way wars are fought. Antal argues that we need to carefully consider the ethical and legal implications of autonomous weapons before they become widely deployed.
Antal concludes by proposing a number of ways that militaries can adapt to the challenges of the future battlefield. He emphasizes the importance of developing new concepts of operations, training for new types of warfare, and investing in new technologies.
Next War is a well-written and thought-provoking book that provides valuable insights into the future of warfare. Antal's analysis is clear and concise, and his recommendations are practical and actionable. This book is essential reading for anyone interested in understanding the challenges and opportunities of the next war.
I highly recommend Next War to anyone interested in national security, military strategy, or the future of warfare. Antal's book is a must-read for policymakers, military leaders, and anyone else who wants to be prepared for the challenges of the next war.