Tyler Bowen

Tyler Bowen, an Assistant Professor at the U.S. Naval War College and author on nuclear strategy, dives into the complexities of conventional coercion amid modern nuclear threats. He discusses the resurgence of nuclear deterrence influenced by global tensions like Russia's war in Ukraine and China’s military expansion. Bowen elaborates on his 'conventional options theory,' detailing conditions for coercive success and applying historical case studies to extract vital lessons. He emphasizes the balance of conventional threat types and how they shape contemporary military strategies.