Center of Gravity
Center of Gravity is a podcast about strategy, war, and international relations theory. Hosted by Jake Mezey and Henry Suckow Ziemer, it aims to present complex issues in each of these subjects in a manner that is accessible, insightful, and fun. Sponsored by the Yale Review of International Studies.
Center of Gravity
Battlefield Performance Anxiety
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Henry Suckow Ziemer and Jake Mezey
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Season 1
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Episode 2
On this episode we discuss what makes armies win or lose in battle. Helping us answer these questions is Dr. Stephen Biddle, author of Military Power: Explaining Victory and Defeat in Modern Battle one of the most impactful works in this field. Dr. Biddle discusses his theory, research methods, and the connection between battlefield performance and grand strategy in this interview. Whether you are already steeped in battlefield performance studies or have never heard of this field before, this episode will unpack some of the biggest debates and questions surrounding this topic.