Advancements in technology are changing the future battlefield, but one fundamental reality remains for the U.S. Army. The nine-soldier infantry squad is a decisive edge in ground combat—these soldiers are still the ones who will close with the enemy in such proximity that they can smell the enemy...

Integrating conventional forces with regular and irregular partner forces in large-scale combat operations is vital to success on the contemporary battlefield. In Russia’s ongoing war in Ukraine, both sides fight for advantage by synchronizing conventional and special operations forces. To train for...

It’s oft repeated that the U.S. Army fights and wins the nation’s wars, but this shorthand is not quite accurate. Armies—almost always as part of a joint force, and usually part of a combined force—do fight and win battles and campaigns. Nations, however, win wars. Why is that? At least for the...

The legacy of the 6th Ranger Battalion is etched into the annals of military history through its members’ audacious and heroic actions during World War II. The “Raid at Cabanatuan” in the Philippines stands as a testament to their unwavering courage and strategic brilliance. On Jan. 30, 1945, these...

Drone technology is revolutionizing warfare, particularly in medical operations such as supply drops, casualty evacuation and medical evacuation. For the U.S. Army, integrating drones marks a significant shift—not only in how operations are carried out on the battlefield, but also in the way medical...

In war, the side that masters breakthrough technology first often seizes the advantage. Germany’s blitzkrieg—powered by radio-enabled command and control—shattered superior French defenses in 1940. But it was the U.S. and our allies, through relentless adaptation and innovation at greater speed and...

Maneuver warfare is evolving at an unprecedented pace on the European continent, driven by rapid technological advancements emerging in real time during the war in Ukraine. History shows that the European Theater has long been—and will continue to be—an ideal environment for fostering innovation in...