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🎙In the latest RUSI Journal Radio episode, we're joined by Professor David Ucko, Professor at the College of International Security Affairs, National Defense University, in Washington, DC, who discusses the history of counterinsurgency and irregular warfare, and the role of special operation forces in contemporary conflict. Listen here: https://bit.ly/4dGbDq3

009 Dutch Defense by Innovation Corridor This variation involves sharp play and early queen activity, with White aiming for quick development and tactical opportunities against Black's position. The Staunton Gambit leads to unbalanced positions where both sides have chances for active play and dynamic tactics. #StauntonGambit #DutchDefense #ChessOpenings #AggressiveChess #TacticalChess #ChessStrategy #OpeningAnalysis #ChessTactics #QuickDevelopment #EarlyQueenActivity via YouTube https://lnkd.in/dkHFSkiJ

🦸 #Whistleblowers are actually the superheroes of the corporate world. Keeping their identity anonymous, uncovering wrongdoing in major organizations, all for no personal gain – that's basically Superman. Like Superman, some whistleblowers turn our attention skyward: 🛸 Luis Elizondo, former US Army Counterintelligence Special Agent, shared decades of silently archived footage and encounters. One particular bit of footage showcased an unidentified object soaring against the wind, displaying aerodynamic capabilities far beyond our current known technology. 🛸 Christopher Mellon, a former Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for intelligence, speculated on the origins of these UAPs, posing the tantalizing possibility that some might indeed have extraterrestrial roots. 🛸 David Fravor, former US Navy Commander, shared his personal encounter off the coast of California, where a saucer-like object defied known laws of physics. Whether we're discussing UFOs, corporate scandals, or political secrets, Whistleblowers are our Millennium Falcon, making sure the truth isn't light-years away. #EthicsandCompliance #Whistleblowing #Integrity

As I have been stating for over the past two years now via social media, here are the answers at long last... #CTPcraft utilize the non-physical laws of C-domain to control/modulate the CTP Gravitic Forces (https://lnkd.in/eKKrRqnu) for propulsion. THERE is your #UFOtruth/#UAPtruth/#Disclosure: the CTPSci Sciences (https://bit.ly/42FHlyr) "Wow, this is quite the testimony on Capitol Hill during the #UFO Hearings. Questioned specifically about #UAPs and whether or not any man-made object could move in the ways in which these unidentified objects have been seen moving, all three of the witnesses including former Navy pilot Ryan Graves and U.S. Navy commander David Fravor say it is impossible. When questioned further and asked about whether the US government is housing these aircraft anywhere, David #Grusch, who is a former US intelligence official, said under oath that he knows of the exact locations in which they are being housed. No matter what your thoughts are on aliens or #UFOs, I think it’s safe to say that all Americans want answers, and I applaud Republicans and Democrats for getting together and holding these hearings." (https://lnkd.in/eqP-andM) #newscience #future #spacetravel #spaceexploration

In May, I heard a talk by the commanding general of the U.S. Army's Special Operations Command, based at Fort Liberty - then still Fort Bragg. This is what I wrote: "Last week, at the Angus Barn restaurant in Raleigh, the Research Triangle Regional Partnership was holding its 2023 State of the Region dinner to bring together business and community leaders from the 13-county region.  The main speaker was Lt. Gen. Jonathan P. Braga, commanding general of the U.S. Army Special Operations Command (USASOC).  He described Fort Bragg as the Army’s “premier power-projection platform.”  “I want you to understand the treasure you’ve got right down the road here.  Unlike any other military base in the world. In the world.  Not just the United States.  In the world. Collectively, the special operations forces, the 82nd Airborne, the wide variety of forces at Fort Bragg – we’re prepared to rapidly deploy around the world to respond to a crisis or a conflict at a moment’s notice.   “I like to say, when the president dials 9-1-1, he dials 910,” the area code for Fayetteville. By population, he noted, Fort Bragg is the largest military base in the U.S., with 51,000 military, 72,000 family members, 21,000 civilians and contractors and 125,000 retirees in the area.  The local economic impact is around $8.3 billion annually.  His command, USASOC, is composed of 36,000 soldiers in 17 U.S. and two overseas locations. “We’re perpetually deployed, all the time, 3,000 people, 70 to 80 countries every single day,  even at the height of the counter-terrorism war, we’ve been working with our partners around the globe to take on our adversaries as well as counter-terrorism threats on your behalf to keep the homefront safe.” He said that the military needs help from private sector R&D to counter our adversaries. “We call this the special operations, SOF-space cyber-triad,” to give national leaders more options to “deter those who would threaten our freedom.” “It means people have to be experts in disciplines that are beyond each traditional form of warfare.  We need warriors proficient in coding, unmanned systems, artificial intelligence,  space-based capabilities. The military alone cannot develop these systems and methods to win the next great conflict.  It rests a lot on the shoulders of the people in this room. We need you as our team-mates and partners in protecting the nation.”  The fact that we are preparing for large-scale combat operations does not seem to me to reduce the need for special forces. They are useful in operating within whatever perimeter China wants to extend in the Western Pacific, serving as a force multiplier in working with our allies. Their biggest role has always been that role. It seems as if the Pentagon wants the Marines to operate in that fashion in and around a Chinese perimeter, they would also want Special Forces to perform that role as well. So I don't get this.

It is good to mark this anniversary, although much work remains to ensure diversity of background, perspective, and orientation will continue to inform military decision-making at the strategic, tactical, and operational levels. https://lnkd.in/dGGh98UY

📣 Must read! DAU Magazine Feature: A Proven Way Forward for Battlefield Autonomy DAU Magazine's "Battlefield Autonomy: A Proven Way Forward," authored by Lt. Cmdr. Matthew Litton, USN, Michael Richardson, and Ari Goodman, presents a critical analysis of autonomy in modern warfare, offering insights relevant to defense strategies worldwide, including small countries like Estonia with advanced technological capabilities. 🔍 In-Depth Analysis: The article focuses on how Ukraine's integration of commercial technology into military operations has created significant asymmetrical advantages, a strategy that could be informative for other technologically advanced nations. It emphasizes the challenge for the U.S. military to adapt its acquisition system for the rapid deployment of autonomous technologies, a concern shared by many defense organizations globally. 🚀 Practical Examples of Autonomy: Instances like Ukraine's "Uber for Artillery," which significantly reduced target engagement times, illustrate the transformative impact of autonomy on military effectiveness. 💡 Strategic Shifts and Recommendations: The authors propose key strategies, including prioritizing data management, enhancing trust in autonomous systems through continuous monitoring, and advocating for roles like "Autonomy Transition Specialists" to bridge the gap between technology and field operations. These strategies are presented as essential for the U.S. and other nations seeking to leverage autonomous systems for defense, demonstrating their broader applicability. 📈 Conclusion: The article calls for an urgent shift in defense acquisition and operational strategies to capitalize on the potential of autonomous systems, emphasizing the relevance of these insights to countries seeking to enhance their defense capabilities in an evolving security landscape. 🔗 Explore the full article in DAU Magazine for a comprehensive understanding of the role of autonomy in modern warfare and its implications. https://lnkd.in/gNK9wRz2

Today, we celebrate the United States Department of Defense's 74th birthday and recognize its role in safeguarding national security. To celebrate, we’ll post trivia questions throughout the day to test your knowledge of the DoD. Check this post for the answers tomorrow! Answers: The War Department originally oversaw military affairs. The First Congress established it in 1789. It was one of the first four departments, along with State, Treasury and the Post Office (which later lost its Cabinet status). The War Department existed until 1947; two years later, DoD was born. Note: The National Military Establishment was a precursor to DoD, but not the original one. The National Security Act of 1947 created this organization and the position of secretary of defense. An amendment two years later changed the name to Department of Defense. Regarding the question about which innovations the DoD helped to create (GPS, the internet or auto-injectors like EpiPens), the correct answer was "all of the above!"   The DoD and its components or precursors have played a key role in pioneering these staples of daily life, as well as duct tape, laptops, microwave ovens… the list goes on.

What Do The Following Have In Common , Adolph Hitler and Donald Trump 1. All were elected by a minority of eligible voters. 2. All use “Scape Goating Racism And Bigotry” 3. All use “jump start lies” to justify doubt and indoctrinate to result in “faith follower followers “ 4. All Use “Reverse Isolationism” against legal immigration and participation with allies of the United States. 5. All undermine the legal process to “time out” processing by delay and knowingly fraudulent appeals. 6. All impose a “Loyalty Oath” to the leader to gain greater power in or out of elected office. 7. All demand to have “Total Military Command” of armed forces of the United States and “MAD” ( Mutual Assured Destruction) of the entire planet earth. by, Peter Gold Professional Inventor