Mid-Winter Melee, on Midrats
the weather outside is frightful, out commentary is delightful
No need to force yourself to head outside in this horrible weather—unless you are in the Free State of Florida where the high is expected to hit 80F or so.
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Summary
In this episode of Midrats, the hosts discuss the recent release of the National Defense Strategy, its implications for U.S. military policy, and the focus on China one of the primary concerns. They also address European defense responsibilities, Canada’s political landscape, and the importance of logistics in military preparedness. The conversation highlights the need for candor within military culture and the future of naval warfare technologies.
Chapters
00:00: Introduction and Overview
02:45: Airing Grievances: National Defense Strategy Release
07:09: Analysis of National Defense Strategy
12:41: Focus on China: Realistic Approaches
18:31: European Defense Responsibilities
24:28: Canada’s Political Landscape and Defense Issues
30:38: Logistics and Military Preparedness
40:48: The Importance of Candor in Military Culture
53:30: Future of Naval Warfare and New Technologies
“…unless you are in the Free State of Florida where the high is expected to hit 80F or so.”
Depends upon which part of The Free State of Florida you’re in. But that’s ok. Once you pass Orlando, the further south you go, the more northeasterner you get 😉
The U.S. Navy NEEDS to consider Ice Hardened Hulls for Arctic Capable Surface Combatants. New construction is the obvious choice for emphasis.
The U.S. also needs to petition membership in NORDEFCO. Greenland base input alone would be worth the effort.