Sasho Todorov, a military history expert, and Trevor Dupuy, a renowned military analyst, dive into the significance of first battles and their lasting impact on military strategy. They unpack the groundbreaking work of the Dupuy Institute, pointing out the importance of empirical evidence in military analysis. The conversation also sheds light on the evolution of U.S. Army doctrine, highlighting the shift towards rapid victories and the complexities of modern warfare, including calculated attrition and the changing perceptions of military effectiveness.