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James Holmes
Everything old is new again. As in past ages, rising and established powers are gazing seaward–and thinking about how to use sea power to advance their power and purposes. Professor Jim Holmes sizes up the prospects for competition and cooperation in maritime Asia–looking back across history to catch sight of the future.
Ulysses S. Grant’s East China Sea Diplomacy
By James R. Holmes
While on a post-presidential trip to Asia, General Grant mediated Sino-Japanese talks over the Ryukyu Islands.
Why the Cowpens Saga Matters
By James R. Holmes
The Cowpens story is not only bizarre. It also undercuts the fleet's reputation, which undercuts its political utility.
How the Coast Guard Evacuated Southern Manhattan on 9/11
By James R. Holmes
On 9/11, the U.S. Coast Guard evacuated nearly 500,000 people from Battery Park in southern Manhattan.
The Naval Diplomat Turns 2
By James R. Holmes
Today marks the 2nd anniversary since the Naval Diplomat flung out an "opening salvo" to announce the arrival of these pixels.
Why US Allies Shouldn’t Free Ride
By James R. Holmes
Apathy kills in alliance politics. U.S. allies should begin defending themselves if they want America to defend them.
Lies, Damned Lies and Maps
By James R. Holmes
Cartography helps set the parameters within which debates over policy and strategy unfold.
The Elements of US Maritime Strategy
By James R. Holmes
An all-encompassing U.S. maritime strategy must include all the armed forces—not just the navy, coast guard and marines.
US Surrenders Naval Logistics Supremacy
By James R. Holmes
Without underway replenishment ships, America’s ability to project power in wartime will shrivel.
History Wars: Scotland Edition
By James R. Holmes
Scotland’s bid for independence is being driven by primeval motives instead of rational interests.
America’s War on WMDs
By James R. Holmes
How to think about the fight to stop the spread of weapons of mass destruction.
The Danger Zone in Naval Arms Races
By James R. Holmes
China’s naval advantages are wasting assets, giving Beijing ever more reason to seize the initiative.
The Closing of the Chinese Mind
By James R. Holmes
China’s new ideological control measures are a major strategic blunder.