Fire For Effect

The Tactical Notebook explores the armies that are, the armies that were, and the armies that might have been.

A conversation about technology, ideas, people and their convergence in contemporary war and competition. Also covering issues related to the war in Ukraine, Chinese aggression against Taiwan and Indo-Pacific defence.

This is where I occasionally write about things related to military conflict. Or literature. Or films I guess.

A veteran and servicemember written magazine covering military, foreign affairs, literature, and the veteran community.

The Blueprint for How We Win the 21st Century

Discussions of strategy and contemporary events by a Clausewitz scholar

Articles on leadership, training, and tactics for the Marine Corps infantry and reconnaissance communities.

Irregular newsletters about war, robots, and other bad futures

Decision-making, risk, strategy, leadership, and command. Military themed with universal application.