News, Articles and Comment

Ed. The author considers the lessons of the late-19^th century Jeune École, a historical cautionary tale reflective of the introduction of naval drone warfare. A 10 minute read.

Ed. Our correspondent continues his narrative of Operation HIGHMAST during the recent transit of the Red Sea, reflecting on developments in those tense waters. A 5 minute read.

BRE. The latest book review is now available. It considers a book exploring the life of Captain Kidd, written by his ‘ninth great-grandson’.

BRE. The latest book review is now available. It considers a book exploring the life of George Lowther, a pirate, subsequently pardoned and served in the Royal Navy.

Ed. Expanding upon his previous writing on the theme of maritime homeland defence, the author argues for a more proactive approach by the RN to tackle an increasing array of ‘grey zone’ threats. A 20 minute read.

Ed. The author considers the causes and potential remedies for oceanic piracy, a perennial threat requiring both broad and narrow solutions. A 10 minute read.

Ed. Channeling Jon Sumida and Nicholas Lambert, the author reproduces National Archives documents to demonstrate the reality of the RN’s approach to submarine development at the turn of the 20^th century. A 10 minute read.

Ed. The author examines the impact of Russia’s ‘shadow fleet’ on Britain’s role as an arbiter of a maritime law, and suggests compelling alternatives for confronting it. A 30 minute read.

Ed. The fourth article in our series from BRNC Pellew Division officer cadets, here the author considers the potential implications for world trade as the Arctic sea routes become increasingly viable. The Royal Navy has a role to play, but faces strategic diversions that marginalize the development of a long-term Arctic strategy. A 10 minute read.