News, Articles and Comment

Ed. Originally published in November 1952 [40/4, p. 373], the author examined the then recent history of destroyer operations and derived far-sighted conclusions that remain relevant today . A 30 minute read.

Ed. The author considers the rapid progress in drone development, and what challenges will need to be overcome towards maintaining defensive capabilities in an increasingly contested battlespace. A 20 minute read.

Ed. Our correspondent with the UK Carrier Strike Group relays the increasing tempo of joint and multinational operations as HIGHMAST continues. A 5 minute read.

Ed. An extensive and personal investigation into the microhistory of HMS Wager, a W-class destroyer that operated with the British Pacific Fleet (BPF). Written for the 80^th Anniversary of VJ Day.

Ed. The author considers the diverse activities of the modern Chaplaincy in the RN. A 5 minute read.

Ed. Our correspondent from BRNC’s Pellew Division reflects on the influence and ethics of social media on the Armed Forces with regard to recruitment, civil-military relations and politics. A 10 minute read.

Ed. Our correspondent expands on Cdr (CCF) Nick Carter’s article regarding the Sea Cadets, advocating for greater civil-military engagement with the Cadets organizations.

Ed. Our correspondent continues his communications from Operation HIGHMAST, detailing events of the Carrier Strike Group (CSG) deployment transiting the Mediterranean. A 5 minute read.

Ed. The author argues for a nuanced approach to modernising Command and Control (C2) in search of a NATO ‘match fit’ – while avoiding the pitfalls of restrictive doctrine and over-reliance on technology. A 20 minute read.