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Fortification with David Betz - What Would Vauban Say?
Mar 22, 2024
Professor David Betz discusses the future of warfare, emphasizing the importance of fortification tactics over technological advancements. The podcast explores the resurgence of fortification strategies in modern conflicts, Russia's military engineering capabilities, fortifying cities, and the legacy of 17th-century engineer Marshall Sebastian de Prestevo Bonn.
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- Future warfare may emphasize fortification tactics over technological advancements.
- Conflicts in Ukraine and Gaza showcase the resurgence of fortified defensive positions in modern warfare.
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Impacts of Technology on Contemporary Warfare
Contemporary warfare is marked by a blend of traditional and new technologies, challenging common perceptions of futuristic warfare. The war in Ukraine leverages advanced targeting software and autonomous drones, yet exhibits characteristics reminiscent of past conflicts with fortified defensive positions. Similarly, the Gaza conflict highlights the coexistence of modern information technologies and conventional warfare tactics on the ground.
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