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Mar 9, 2025 50 min

The Changing War – Thru a Teacher’s Lens

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How does war change, and what shapes its character over time? Historian and educator Will Gordon joins Underground Strategy to discuss the changing character of war, focusing on the period from 1792 to 1945. Through the lens of his teaching, Will explores how factors like leadership, doctrine, industrialization, and alliances influenced warfare, and why different conflicts required different approaches. Rather than a straight historical timeline, this conversation examines the themes and shifts that defined military conflict in this era. We also touch on conscription, national identity, and how military education shapes perspectives on war today, making connections between past and present conflicts. UGS Recommended reads on the topic The New Rules of War by Sean McFate - https://amzn.to/3QIl3a3 The Changing Character of War (ed. Hew Strachan) - https://amzn.to/3QJ5tLy More from Underground Strategy Discover Number 788 - https://amzn.to/3BQGmm7 Join the mission - https://undergroundstrategy.com

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