Norman Friedman
Naval historian and strategist with a PhD in physics, author of numerous books on naval history and interwar wargaming whose research on Naval War College games and archives informed the discussion of doctrine and lessons learned.
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Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 52min
Wargaming The Pacific: Lessons From The Naval War College's Interwar Games
John Scott, Naval War College faculty and wargaming educator, and Norman Friedman, naval historian and strategist, discuss interwar Naval War College games and their influence on Pacific planning. They cover game design and adjudication, how games trained decision-making, technology assumptions and AI risks, iteration versus public persuasion, and lessons for professional military education and procurement.
