A sharp and strategic review of Phillips Payson O'Brien’s “How the War Was Won.” This episode breaks down O’Brien’s bold argument that air and sea power—not land battles—decided the outcome of World War II. Join us as we analyze his claims, assess the evidence, and weigh the true engines of Allied victory.

A sharp and strategic review of Phillips Payson O'Brien’s “How the War Was Won.” This episode breaks down O’Brien’s bold argument that air and sea power—not land battles—decided the outcome of World War II. Join us as we analyze his claims, assess the evidence, and weigh the true engines of Allied victory.

A sharp and strategic review of Phillips Payson O'Brien’s “How the War Was Won.” This episode breaks down O’Brien’s bold argument that air and sea power—not land battles—decided the outcome of World War II. Join us as we analyze his claims, assess the evidence, and weigh the true engines of Allied victory.

Episode 23: Book Review: How the War Was Won

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Episodes are based entirely on the podcast staff's writing and research. We take full responsibility for all assertions, interpretations, and errors—along with the occasional mispronunciations by the AI hosts. 
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Mil History Talk is primarily for instruction purposes. While the intended audience is primarily students and practitioners in the profession of arms, the content may also appeal to anyone with an interest in military history, operations, and strategy. Episodes are based entirely on the podcast staff's writing and research. We take full responsibility for all assertions, interpretations, and errors—along with the occasional mispronunciations by the AI hosts. Substack: https://dimarcol.substack.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-mFIQV_dG3oXGicjlJyMbA

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