Forester’s war-time output and his many works of fiction and non-fiction published both before and after the war all highlight his almost singular ability to place the reader on the proverbial bridge, sea-spray in their face and danger all around.
The Problem of Distance in the Information Age: Challenges for Militaries and Politicians
We live in an era of instant connection and instant communication. For instance, when news of a military incident breaks, within seconds it can be rebroadcast around the world. Within minutes commentators demand that something must be done. Yet the speed at which the news breaks means that in an era where information flow has made it easy for a military’s higher headquarters to be kept abreast of every tactical incident, we forget that the flow of information vastly outpaces than the speed of military deployment.
#Reviewing A Tale of Two Navies
The shared history of both the American and British people and their navies, in concert with shared visions for how the world ought to function is indeed special. But, beyond simply being special, this relationship is critical in underwriting global security. A Tale of Two Navies has a place on the shelves of all who study and strive to understand the importance of effective maritime partnerships and strategy.