Sea Control

Daniel Banks, a historian specializing in 19th-century revolutionary movements, shares his insights on Giuseppe Garibaldi's 1860 campaign. He emphasizes logistics' vital role in revolutionary success, illustrating how careful planning often trumps charisma. The discussion also delves into maritime influences that facilitated international camaraderie among revolutionaries. Moreover, Banks reflects on the complexities of academic writing and his journey in sharing historical narratives through social media.

Join Marine Corps Captains Brendan Costello, an Air Support Control Officer and Chinese Foreign Area Officer, and Tyler Muniz, a former air support control officer and current technology program manager, as they dissect the Marine Littoral Regiment's (MLR) key strategies. They discuss challenges in responding to threats from the PLA, the integration of advanced technology for enhanced military readiness, and the dynamics of logistics in complex operations. Their insights on military evolution and adaptability highlight the vital role of critical discourse within the Marine Corps.

Sean Harper, a Major and infantry officer with a background in operations research, and Captain Pat Riley, an expert in operations analysis, dive into the future of the Marine Corps. They discuss the concept of 'stand-in forces' and the critical need for resilient kill chains in modern warfare. The conversation highlights strategies to counter adversaries, particularly in the Western Pacific, and emphasizes joint interoperability and innovative battlefield technologies. Their insights on adapting to evolving threats and enhancing operational resilience are both timely and thought-provoking.

Links1. "Partnering Will Determine the First Days of Conflict in the Western Pacific," by Ben Van Horrick, Proceedings, December 2024.2. "Resolute Dragon: Reassurance, Deterrence, and a Call for Coordination," by Bill Matory and Ben Van Horrick, War on the Rocks, December 6, 2023.

Links1. Chinese Amphibious Warfare, edited by Andrew Erickson, et al., Naval War College, China Maritime Studies Institute, 2024.2. China Maritime Studies Institute homepage. 3. Dr. Andrew Erickson's homepage.4. "Invasion Plans: Operation Causeway and Taiwan’s Defense in World War II," by Ian Easton, China Maritime Studies Institute, Naval War College, 2024. 4. China's New Navy: The Evolution of the PLAN from the People's Revolution to a 21st Century Cold War, by Xiaobing Li, USNI Press, 2023.5. Mao's Army Goes to Sea, by Toshi Yoshihara, Georgetown University Press, 2023.6. Andrew Erickson's Twitter.Dr. Andrew S. Erickson is Professor of Strategy (tenured full professor) in the U.S. Naval War College (NWC)’s China Maritime Studies Institute (CMSI). A core founding member, he helped establish CMSI and stand it up officially in 2006, and has played an integral role in its development; from 2021–23 he served as Research Director. Erickson is currently a Visiting Scholar in full-time residence at Harvard University’s John King Fairbank Center for Chinese Studies, where he has been an Associate in Research since 2008. He is also a member of the Council on Foreign Relations, the Institute of Maritime Policy & Strategy’s International Advisory Committee, and the Japan-America Society of Southern New England and Japan-America Navy Friendship Association (JANAFA)-Newport’s Board of Directors. Erickson serves on the editorial boards of Naval War College Review and Asia Policy and is a Contributing Editor at 19FortyFive. Twitter

Links1. Reconceptualizing War, by Ben Zweibelson, Helion & Company, 2025.2. Understanding the Military Design Movement, by Ben Zweibelson, Routledge, 2024.3. Beyond the Pale: Designing Military Decision-Making Anew, by Ben Zweibelson, Air University Press, 2023.4. War Becoming Phantasmal: A Cognitive Shift in Organized Violence beyond Traditional Limits, by Ben Zweibelson, Marine Corps University Press, May 2024.5. "Breaking the Newtonian Fetish," by Ben Zweibelson, Journal of Advanced Military Studies, Vol. 15. No. 1.

Links1. Sea Control 379: Pacific Wars 1864-1897 with Dr. Tommy Jamison2. The Sino-Japanese War of 1894-1895: Perceptions, Power and Primacy, by SCM Paine, Cambridge University Press, 2002. 3. The Pacific’s New Navies: An Ocean, It’s Wars and the Making of US Sea Power, by Tommy Jamison, Cambridge University Press, 2024. 4. Tommy Jamison Linkedin.

Sebastian Bruns, a senior researcher at the Institute for Security Policy at Keele University, delves into the shifting geopolitical landscape of the Baltic Sea. He discusses five strategic concerns facing decision-makers, the complexities of naval warfare, and the importance of precise communication in this tense region. Bruns emphasizes the Baltic's vital role in maritime security amid rising tensions and highlights NATO's evolving strategies to tackle these challenges. His insights aim to bridge complex topics for military personnel and policymakers alike.

Links1. "Diplomacy for Better Stand-In Force Access in Japan," by Daniel Hough, Proceedings, September 2024.

Attention: This podcast is offered in both Italian and English skip to 26:21 for the English version.Links:1. Artics fevers, Limes, Feb 2019 https://www.limesonline.com/rivista/la-febbre-dell-artico-14632937/ 2. Artico: attacco al Mediterraneo? Da Taiwan a Gibilterra - Le Giornate del Mare 2024 a Roma, Limes, Nov 2024https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXRDmb2EsHA ItalianLa Battaglia per l’Artico: Il Grande Nord sfida il Mediterraneo – Nuova Guerra Fredda o Terra diNessuno?Federico Petroni si unisce al programma per discutere di geopolitica artica. Federico Petroni è un analista geopolitico di Limes, la rivista italiana di geopolitica, e coordinatore della Scuola di Limes. Questo episodio è stato montato e prodotto da Alexia Bouallagui. È il primo episodio di una serie pensata per approfondire la ricerca sulla sicurezza marittima italiana.Links:La febbre dell’Artico, Limes, febbraio 2019https://www.limesonline.com/rivista/la-febbre-dell-artico-14632937/Artico: attacco al Mediterraneo? Da Taiwan a Gibilterra - Le Giornate del Mare 2024 a Roma, Limes, Nov 2024https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mXRDmb2EsHA