Engineers in Urban Warfare

Lieutenant Colonel John Chambers, a seasoned engineer officer and commander in the 1st Infantry Division, delves into the pivotal role engineers play in urban warfare. He highlights how essential mobility and survivability functions support combat operations in dense environments. Chambers discusses the unique challenges of using bulldozers in urban combat and contrasts U.S. engineer tactics with those of Russian and Israeli forces. The conversation also covers the complexities of navigating rubble, the significance of reconnaissance, and the dual roles engineers serve in both support and combat.