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U.S. Navy
The Nightmare Scenario: A U.S.-China War: Part IV
China’s Rope-a-Dope Strategy: Don’t expect the PLA to pit strength against strength until it has to.
Why Aircraft Carriers Sail On
Despite impressive anti-access weaponry, modern aircraft carriers are still a prized possession. Why?
The Carrier Dilemma: How Many is Enough?
Although static analyses have their value, ultimately calculations depend on competitors’ fleet size.
John Wayne, The U.S. Navy and 'Change'
Can ‘The Duke” teach a lesson or two when it comes to dealing with radical change and defeat? Perhaps.
Arming for the Navy's Return to History
While people fight wars, they need cutting-edge weapons to prevail. Missiles seem like a good choice.
Boyd and the U.S. Navy’s Return to History
Adapting to A2/AD challenges from the likes of China and Iran means rediscovering old skills and habits.
Introducing John Boyd
Why an airman can help the U.S. Navy regain its nautical mastery.
Your Chance to Rebrand The U.S. Navy
How would you ‘sell’ the USN and market its ‘brand’? The Naval Diplomat asks his readers…
South China Sea: The "Heartsea"?
Is the South China Sea really a “watery Heartland” from which a dominant power can rule the Pacific and Indian oceans?
Air Power Meets Alfred Thayer Mahan
Why studying maritime history can help aviators understand their own profession.
USS Porter Collision: A Riddle Wrapped in a Mystery
Things to watch as the investigation into a mysterious collision unfolds.
China's Growing Long-Range Strike Capability
Reports indicate China is developing a long-range sea-based cruise missile. Could China have its own ‘Tomahawk’?