David Betz, a Professor of War in the Modern World at King’s College London, specializes in military strategy. He delves into the surprising relevance of fortification in today's warfare, revealing how ancient strategies still influence modern conflicts. Betz shares insights on the intersection of urban landscapes and military planning, illustrating this with the ongoing situations in Ukraine and Israel. He discusses the balance between security and aesthetics, questioning how economic factors shape contemporary defensive tactics.

David Betz, a Professor of War at King's College London, explores the unsettling potential for civil unrest in Britain. He connects rising tensions to Brexit and warns of societal fragmentation driven by factionalism and economic instability. The discussion highlights the risks posed by 'feral cities' and the challenges facing urban infrastructure. Betz suggests the British government misjudges the situation, emphasizing the need for community preparedness and open dialogue to mitigate impending conflict and distrust towards institutions.

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.