The US Military’s Twenty-Year Involvement in Afghanistan is Ending. What Next?
After twenty long years, the war in Afghanistan is coming to a close. Yet what does the next...
Read MoreJohn Spencer and Steve Leonard | 04.24.21 | Commentary & Analysis
After twenty long years, the war in Afghanistan is coming to a close. Yet what does the next...
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 04.16.21 | Urban Warfare Project, Urban Warfare Project Podcast
In this episode of MWI’s Urban Warfare Project Podcast, John Spencer is joined by Major General...
Read MoreSgt. Maj. of the Army Michael Grinston and John Spencer | 03.21.21 | Commentary & Analysis
Recent articles—including one by Capt. Kristen Griest published by the Modern War institute and...
Read MoreJohn Spencer | 03.05.21 | Urban Warfare Project, Urban Warfare Project Podcast
In this episode of the Urban Warfare Project Podcast, John Spencer is joined by Dr. Charles...
Read MoreJohn Spencer and Robby Boutwell | 02.17.21 | Commentary & Analysis
The new Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) is a major improvement over the old Army Physical Fitness...
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Five Years Later: Remembering the Lessons of Afghanistan
6-7 May, 2026
AUSA Conference Center
Arlington, VA