Sea Control

Links1. Revolutionary Taiwan: Making Nationhood in a Changing World Order, by Catherine Lila Chou and Mark Harrison, Cambria, 2024.2. Taiwan's 400 Year History: Anniversary Edition, by Su Beng, 施朝暉, 2017.3. Catherine Lila Cho Twitter account.4. Mark Harrison Twitter account.

Links1. "Equip the Mobile Reconnaissance Battalion Now More than a new platform," by Maj Brent Jurmu, Capt Brandon Klewicki, and Maj Matthew Tweedy, Marine Corps Gazette, May 2024.

Links 1. The U.S. Navy and Innovation: Twentieth-Century Case Studies, edited by Peter C. Luebke, U.S. Navy History and Heritage Command, September 2024.J. Overton is co-host of the Sea Control podcast and edited the essay collection “Seapower by Other Means: Naval Contributions to National Objectives Beyond Sea Control, Power Projection, and Traditional Service Missions.”

Links1. "Time for an Australian Coast Guard," by Jennifer Parker, Australian Naval Institute, November 2024.2. Twitter: JAParker293. Jennifer Parker personal website.

Links1. “Beyond Tactics: How the Hawkeye Proved the Power of Adaptability in the Red Sea,” by Nathan Sawyer, USNI Proceedings, October 2024. 2. Nathan Sawyer Linkedin profile. 

In this engaging discussion, CDR Justin Cobb, a Maritime Fires Officer and seasoned rotary-wing aviator, tackles the complexities of potential conflict between the U.S. and China over Taiwan. He warns against the dangers of underestimating the length and intensity of modern warfare, drawing insights from historical conflicts like Ukraine. Cobb calls for reforms in military readiness to address inefficient structures while advocating for a balanced strategy between military deterrence and diplomacy. His passion for debate and future writing projects adds an exciting layer to the conversation.

Links1. “Land Force Integration: The Army’s Contribution to Deterring China,” by James B. Bartholomees III, CIMSEC November 20, 2024.

Links1. Scot McFarlane, "The Canoe," American Historical Association.

Commander Brian C. Sánchez, a U.S. Navy veteran and former commanding officer of the USS Gravely, shares riveting insights from his deployment in the Red Sea. He discusses the intense challenges faced, detailing operational decisions and critical engagements, including Tomahawk strikes. Sánchez emphasizes the importance of coalition strength in responding to threats like anti-ship cruise missiles and UAV attacks, showcasing how data-driven strategies enhance maritime defense. His firsthand experiences provide a gripping look at modern naval warfare.

Links1. Rendered Obsolete - Energy Culture and the Afterlife of US Whaling, by Jamie L. Jones, University of North Carolina Press, 2023. 2. Jamie L. Jones Twitter handle.