For many, Afghanistan and the lessons that should have been learned have been overshadowed recently by the invasion of Ukraine by Russia. And as much as Ukraine deserves the attention of the world, national security professionals have a duty to learn as much as possible from the successes and failures of Afghanistan. To that end, A BETTER PEACE is extremely pleased to welcome Maj Gen Brian Mennes, the Deputy Commanding General, XVIII Airborne Corps, Fort Bragg, North Carolina. He joins Tom Spahr in the virtual studio to discuss his experiences in Afghanistan during his multiple tours in the theater. Tom and the general served together on three separate tours in Afghanistan and their conversation focuses on the wins that they achieved along the way along with the losses and the eventual fall of the Afghan government in August 2021.
AI Summary coming soon
Sign up to get notified when the full AI-powered summary is ready.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.
RE-RELEASE: JOHN BOYD AND THE 'OODA' LOOP (GREAT STRATEGISTS)
RE-RELEASE: IT'S ONLY A PRE-WAR PERIOD IN HINDSIGHT
RE-RELEASE: THE FUTURE IS EXPEDITIONARY: JOINT WARFIGHTING HQ
RE-RELEASE: REFLECTIONS ON LEADERSHIP FROM TWO MIRROR IMAGES
Free AI-powered recaps of A Better Peace: The War Room Podcast and your other favorite podcasts, delivered to your inbox.
Free forever for up to 3 podcasts. No credit card required.