The Age of Forever Wars.

  • Published In: Foreign Affairs, 2025, v. 104, n. 3. P. 108 1 of 3

  • Database: Academic Search Ultimate 2 of 3

  • Authored By: FREEDMAN, LAWRENCE D. 3 of 3

Abstract

The article "The Age of Forever Wars" discusses how military strategy no longer guarantees victory, citing examples from historical conflicts like Operation Desert Storm, the Vietnam War, and the Soviet Union's campaign in Afghanistan. It highlights the shift from short, decisive wars to prolonged, grinding conflicts labeled as "forever wars." The text emphasizes the need for defense planning that acknowledges the potential for wars to be protracted and the importance of realistic objectives and flexible strategies to navigate such conflicts. Additionally, it explores the challenges of ending wars that are not going well and the implications of preparing for long, drawn-out conflicts in the modern era. [Extracted from the article]

Additional Information

  • Source:Foreign Affairs. 2025/05, Vol. 104, Issue 3, p108
  • Document Type:Article
  • Subject Area:Military History and Science
  • Publication Date:2025
  • ISSN:0015-7120
  • Accession Number:184660008
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