Squaring the Circle Drones are the New Machine Gun of the 21st Century with COL (R) John Antal
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Dec 16, 2024 COL (R) John Antal, a retired US Army Colonel with three decades of service and a focus on future warfare, dives deep into the transformative impact of drone technology in modern military operations. He discusses how drones have redefined combat strategies, particularly evident in recent conflicts like Ukraine. Antal also highlights the need for military adaptations, specialized training for drone operators, and proactive leadership to address evolving threats—emphasizing that drones are now crucial tools in the 21st-century battlefield.
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Lessons from Ukraine
- The 2023 Ukrainian counteroffensive failed because they were taught to attack in outdated ways.
- The U.S. is partly to blame for this failure due to misunderstanding the modern battlespace.
Successful Ukrainian Attack
- In August, Ukrainians successfully launched a surprise attack into Russia.
- This demonstrates the possibility of successful attacks even in a transparent battlespace.
Masking in Warfare
- Masking involves deceiving enemy sensors and disrupting their targeting.
- It's a crucial mindset for survival on the modern battlefield.