In Part II/V, Christopher Cowan discusses the Royal Canadian Navy’s possible American options for the procurement of an amphibious assault ship.
Canadian Armed Forces
On the ground, in the air and on the water, the men and women of the Canadian Armed Forces stand watch over the country and defend its interests at home and abroad. The Canadian Armed Forces Program aims to provide an in-depth analysis of the issues facing Canadian soldiers across all branches of the military in order to give Canadians varying perspectives on the men and women who defend their country.
The Logistics of a Superpower
Paul Pryce discusses the importance of naval and air bases to American power projection – and their vulnerability to public opinion.
EU Maritime Security
Piotr Zulauf analyzes the growing need for comprehensive EU maritime security strategies.
A New ‘Big Honking Ship’: Why Canada Should Procure an Amphibious Assault Ship (Part I/V)
In Part I/V, Christopher Cowan argues why the Royal Canadian Navy would benefit from the procurement of an amphibious assault ship.
The Politics of Waging War and Reserve Force Structure Part II: The Israeli Experience
In Part II, Shahryar Pasandideh discusses the structure of Israel’s reserve forces.
Migrants at Sea: Italy’s Mare Nostrum Project and the European Union
John Woodside examines Italy’s attempted transfer of the Mare Nostrum Project to the EU and the implications for African refugees.
Canada’s Reserves: A Lesson from the U.S.?
Misha Boutilier discusses the impact that reduced military spending will have in the US and Canada.
A Search and Rescue System Under Threat, Part One
In part one of a three-part broadside against Canada’s lacking search and rescue capabilities, Stefan Konrad offers a general overview of the current situation.
The 2014 Defence Acquisition Guide: A Glimpse of the Future of the Royal Canadian Navy
Christopher Cowan examines Canada’s Defence Acquisition Guide and future procurement for the Royal Canadian Navy.
Recruitment Woes and Officer Attrition in the Canadian Forces
Craig Moorhead discusses the dynamics of Canada’s military recruitment difficulties.