The Peter Zeihan Podcast Series The Revolution in Military Affairs: Ditching Artillery || Peter Zeihan
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Jul 3, 2025 The podcast dives into how modern warfare is reshaping artillery tactics. Gone are the days of heavy barrages as drones and acoustic technology take center stage. The discussion highlights the changing dynamics in the Russia-Ukraine conflict and how military strategies are evolving in response. Tune in to learn how these advancements are revolutionizing the battlefield.
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Artillery's Historical Military Role
- Artillery has been a dominant military technology enabling attacks from miles away for centuries.
- Russia relied heavily on artillery due to its ability to be operated by low-skilled soldiers, fitting the historical context of a serf population.
Artillery Vulnerability Today
- Acoustic detection and radar enable counter-battery fire that disrupts traditional artillery effectiveness.
- Artillery is now far less useful due to its increased vulnerability and the speed of counter-fire.
Outdated Artillery Doctrine
- The Soviet-era artillery doctrine no longer matches the realities of modern warfare due to new technology.
- Mobile and advanced systems like the US Paladin remain effective, but most artillery is falling behind.