Wilf Owen

Wilf Owen, a former British Army officer with a rich background in publishing and military contracting, dives into the provocative concept of the operational level of war. He challenges the necessity of this bureaucratic tier, arguing that eliminating it could streamline military operations. Owen examines how traditional theories complicate modern warfare and critiques the gap between academic insights and battlefield realities. He emphasizes the need for a direct connection between strategy and tactics, potentially making militaries leaner and more effective.