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The Fog of Peace: Defense and Uncertainty

April 30, 2015
The Fog of Peace: Defense and Uncertainty
The Fog of Peace: Defense and Uncertainty

The Fog of Peace: Defense and Uncertainty

Patrick Porter
April 30, 2015

Editor’s Note: I was honored to attend Professor Patrick Porter’s inaugural lecture, celebrating his appointment at the University of Exeter as the academic director of the Strategy and Security Institute. Patrick is one of the most insightful and engaging scholarly speakers I know. Using Carl von Clausewitz and Hans Morgenthau as guideposts, he discusses Western strategic mishaps and proposes means by which states might navigate the fog of peace. Have a listen -RE

 

 

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