Follow the Yellow Brick Wall: The Reasons Why Military Officers Do Not Write
MAJ Matt Cavanaugh argues for military officers to contribute to the military profession through writing.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 02.23.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MAJ Matt Cavanaugh argues for military officers to contribute to the military profession through writing.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 02.16.16 | Commentary & Analysis
Major Matt Cavanaugh argues against the slogan “Row Well and Live” for members of the Army Profession.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 02.09.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MWI Fellow Matt Cavanaugh argues the premise of killing for peace.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 01.27.16 | Commentary & Analysis
MAJ Matt Cavanaugh says we should look more at our enemy’s performance and capabilities when the Army does its After Action Reviews – something straight from the pages of Harvard Business Review.
Read MoreM. L. Cavanaugh | 01.23.16 | Commentary & Analysis
Major Matt Cavanaugh writes that military strategists should not cling to digital devices like smartphones in order to stay focused and more aware of one’s terrain.
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Modern War Journal: Autonomy on the Modern Battlefield
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15 February, 2026
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