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The Interview: Admiral Samuel J. Locklear

The Interview: Admiral Samuel J. Locklear

America’s rebalance towards Asia has many talking. The U.S. Navy will be at the forefront of such efforts. Adm. Locklear gives us his take.

The South China Sea: "Lake Beijing"

The South China Sea: "Lake Beijing"

Shinzo Abe’s recent comments on the South China Sea sound ominous. The concept of a “lake” has been used before though.

Small Navy, Strong Navy

Small Navy, Strong Navy

Just because a smaller nation can’t deploy massive naval power does not mean it can’t be credible — or dangerous.

The “Long Pole in the Tent”: China’s Military Jet Engines

The “Long Pole in the Tent”: China’s Military Jet Engines

Much has been made of Beijing’s growing military might. Developing and producing high-performance jet engines could be the toughest — but most rewarding — advance.

George Washington, Mao and Snooki

George Washington, Mao and Snooki

“That spontaneous revolt conjures up images of the Jersey Shore crowd rising up to battle an invading horde…”

Thucydides, Japan and America

Thucydides, Japan and America

As Tokyo and Washington revise their defense guidelines, a look to one of ancient Greece’s most renowned scholars would be wise.

Comparing Chinese Naval Power to the Soviet Navy

Comparing Chinese Naval Power to the Soviet Navy

In some respects, China poses a tougher maritime challenge than did the Soviet Union.

The Russo-Japanese War: Dollars and Cents

The Russo-Japanese War: Dollars and Cents

Could St. Petersburg have transformed Lloyd’s of London into an instrument of financial war against Tokyo?

How to View Defense Spending in Asia

How to View Defense Spending in Asia

Defense spending in Asia is up in absolute terms but there many other factors to consider.

Australia's Nuclear Sub Option

Australia's Nuclear Sub Option

Australia is planning to build a new generation of submarines. The best option: lease America’s prized nuclear submarines.

North Korea's Nuclear War Plan: "Go Nuts" and 'Dig in"

With a small nuclear arsenal, Pyongyang may need to adopt a truly frightening atomic doctrine.

The U.S. Navy: 1916 vs. 2012

The U.S. Navy: 1916 vs. 2012

Why a Romney Campaign line concerning the U.S. Navy and its size might be misleading and irrelevant.

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