John Fieldhouse
Commentator and military history enthusiast who provides expert context and analysis on Martin van Creveld's work and broader strategic history; returns as a guest to read and discuss the essay 'War and Migration.'
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Mar 22, 2026 • 1h 18min
Martin van Creveld's 'War and Migration' w/ John Fieldhouse
John Fieldhouse, military history commentator who analyzes Martin van Creveld, returns to read and discuss 'War and Migration.' He outlines van Creveld's claim that mass migration functions like war. They trace migrations from the Exodus and barbarian invasions to 20th‑century expulsions. They also debate assimilation, technology transfer, mobility advantages, and how migration can escalate into conflict.
