John Fieldhouse

Christopher Sandbach, a lively commentator who introduced Luttwak’s work. Lafayette Lee, interviewer/editor with IM 1776 who contextualizes the author. Daryl Cooper, podcaster and history deep-diver on 20th-century coups. John Fieldhouse, retired Army officer and scholar of insurgency. They read and discuss coup types, preconditions like corruption and foreign influence, logistics and arms, and rapid strategy, with sharp historical examples.

6 Hours and 6 MinutesPG-13Here is part 1 of the complete recording of 'Coup D'état' by Edward N. Luttwak.Coup d'ÉtatPete and Thomas777 'At the Movies'Support Pete on His WebsitePete's PatreonPete's Substack Pete's SubscribestarPete's GUMROADPete's VenmoPete's Buy Me a CoffeePete on FacebookPete on Twitter Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/the-pete-quinones-show--6071361/support.

Christopher Sandbatch, a historian-style analyst offering context and parallels, and John Fieldhouse, a tactical military analyst, join the reading. They probe police and paramilitary roles, failed Algiers tactics, seizing media and transport, isolating political parties and unions, choke points and roadblocks, neutralizing religious and jihadi threats, and post-takeover stabilization and legitimacy strategies.

Christopher Sandbach, who introduced John to Luttwak's work; Lafayette Lee, an editor and interviewer familiar with Luttwak; Daryl Cooper, historian and long-form podcaster; and John Fieldhouse, former Army officer and insurgency scholar. They read and discuss Luttwak’s manual on coups. Topics include defining coups, state machinery, modern communications, types of takeover, preconditions that invite coups, and fast-strike strategies for seizing power.

Joined by John Fieldhouse, a historical commentator with a knack for military insights, and Christopher Sandbach, an expert in contextual analysis, the discussion dives deep into strategies for orchestrating a coup. They explore the complexities of police fragmentation and the necessity of neutralizing political forces. Topics include the vital role of media monopoly, target selection, and how religious entities can mobilize opposition. The conversation is rich with historical anecdotes, providing a compelling analysis of successful and failed coups.