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EPISODE · Apr 6, 2026 · 40 MIN

The Pacific War Plan, Information Warfare, and Leading Marines Into Battle: Duane Blank

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Duane Blank is a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, where he held multiple command roles including Commanding Officer of Company C, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion. He previously served as a Marine Officer Instructor of Military Science and Leadership at Pennsylvania State University.   This convo covers: • His journey from a Iraq machine gunner to developing tactics for the next big fight.• Why information warfare will decide a conflict with China.• The leadership style that will make your team do anything for you. About Drone WarsThe Drone Wars Podcast serves the warfighters, builders and innovators who all share a common goal: get the best tech into the hands of those on the frontlines. Dan Magy, Co-Founder and CEO of Firestorm Labs, explores all things defense and geopolitics with experts in the industry. 

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Duane Blank is a 25-year veteran of the U.S. Marine Corps, where he held multiple command roles including Commanding Officer of Company C, 1st Light Armored Reconnaissance Battalion. He previously served as a Marine Officer Instructor of Military Science and Leadership at Pennsylvania State University. This convo covers: • His journey from a Iraq machine gunner to developing tactics for the next big fight. • Why information warfare will decide a conflict with China....

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