

Amos C. Fox, "Conflict Realism: Understanding the Causal Logic of Modern War and Warfare" (Howgate, 2024)
Sep 30, 2024
Amos C. Fox, a political science lecturer and military strategy expert, dives into modern warfare in this enlightening conversation. He explores the intricate causation of armed conflicts, emphasizing trends like urban warfare, attrition, and proxy wars. Fox critiques outdated military theories, advocating for a foundational shift in military thought. He also highlights the cyclical nature of warfare, drawing parallels between historical and contemporary conflicts, such as Ukraine. Overall, he urges a reevaluation of strategies that shape global security today.
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Intro
00:00 • 3min
Reassessing Military Thought
02:32 • 22min
Exploring Conflict Realism: Unpacking the Causality of Warfare
24:04 • 4min
Warfare Through the Ages
27:46 • 13min
Reevaluating Urban Warfare and Sieges
40:47 • 21min
Understanding Attrition in Modern Warfare
01:02:10 • 17min
Challenging Military Narratives
01:18:40 • 6min
Current Projects in Military Strategy Literature
01:24:44 • 2min