Sea Control

Links1. "For 250 years, it’s been ‘change or lose’ for our military. Here’s what needs changing now," by Robert Neller and Peter Singer, Defense One, June 22, 2025.2. "Change or Lose: Past and Future War Lessons on 250th Birthday of the US Army and US Marine Corps," by Robert Neller and Peter Singer, Youtube, November 10, 2025.3. "Thinking First, Adapting Fast: Debating the Marine Corps’ Need for the Information Group," by Brian Kerg, War on the Rocks, November 7, 2025.4. "Kill It or Fix It: Why Marine Corps Information Warfare Has Failed After a Decade of MIGs," by Dan Burns, Information Professionals Association, August 20, 2025.5. "Killing the MIG is the Last Thing We Should Do," by Colonel Ray Gerber, USMC (Ret.), Information Professionals Association, September 7, 2025.6. "Blinding First, Striking Fast: Why the Marine Corps Needs Information Groups," by Ben Jensen and Ian Fletcher, War on the Rocks, October 13, 2025.

Links1. “Bases on the Aleutians Islands Would Project Power Across the Pacific,” by Steven Hulse, Proceedings, January 2025. 

Links1. "Maritime Statecraft and its Future," by Steve Brock and Hunter Stires, CIMSEC, October 21, 2025.2. "SECNAV Del Toro Calls for a New, Bold Maritime Statecraft in Era of Intense Strategic Competition," Department of the Navy, September 23, 2023. 

Links“Carrier 2.0: The Drone Carrier Revolution,” by Colton Byers, War Quants, December 28, 2024. “Damn the Torpedoes: The Return of Naval Mining,” by Colton Byers, War Quants, January 31, 2025. 

Dr. Craig Whiteside, a Professor of National Security Affairs and expert on militant groups, discusses fascinating insights into non-state special operations. He defines these operations and presents a three-part test for their significance. Whiteside draws parallels to historical events like the Doolittle Raid and the Tet Offensive, emphasizing their strategic impact. He analyzes the Houthi attacks and compares motives between criminal and terror groups, stressing the rarity yet outsized effects of such operations. His research promises to reshape our understanding of non-state actors in warfare.

1. "Outsourcing Security at Sea—The Return of Private Maritime-Security Companies and Their Role in Twenty-First-Century Maritime Security," by Pieter Zhao, Naval War College Review, Winter 2024.2. Irregular Warfare Initiative.3. Pieter Zhao LinkedIn.4. Pieter Zhao BlueSky.5. Pieter Zhao Contact Page.

Links1. Elaine Helm Linkedin.

Links1. "What Moral Leadership Looks Like," by William Spears, CIMSEC, July 16, 2025. 2. Stoicism as a Warrior Philosophy: Insights on the Morality of Military Service, by William Spears, Casemate, 2025.3. William Spears website.

Chuck Ridgeway, a retired U.S. Navy commander and author, dives into the parallels between Imperial Germany's naval strategies and China's current ambitions. He discusses China's increasing influence in Africa, touching on resource extraction and security issues. The conversation highlights historical lessons on naval diplomacy and explores Germany’s colonial interests in East Asia. Ridgeway shares insights from his research and experiences, illuminating the significance of historical context in understanding modern maritime challenges.

Join Sebastian Bae, a Senior Game Designer at CNA focused on Indo-PACOM, and Chris Denzel, a Major in the U.S. Marine Corps known for his wargaming expertise in Japan, as they delve into military strategy. They discuss the differences between war games and command post exercises, emphasizing creativity in uncertain scenarios. The importance of collaboration, both in-person and through organizations like CNA, is highlighted. Additionally, they touch on the cultural significance of Hawaiian shirts and corporate knowledge retention in military contexts.