Edward Kaplan

Edward Kaplan, Dean of the School of Strategic Landpower at the US Army War College, discusses gripping insights from his book on thermonuclear age warfare. He explores the critical role of the Net Evaluation Subcommittee in shaping U.S. nuclear strategy during the Cold War. Kaplan recounts chilling forecasts of nuclear conflict, the ethical dilemmas faced by leaders like Eisenhower and Kennedy, and how perceptions of victory evolved. The conversation delves into the complexities of military preparedness and the legacy of past decisions on contemporary security challenges.