Troublesome Hell Rebuilding: A Second Look
In a recent episode of the Urban Warfare Project Podcast, guest host Jayson Geroux welcomed retired Lieutenant Colonel Louis DiMarco to delve into the complexities and challenges of urban warfare. DiMarco, a professor of military history at the United States Army Command and Staff College, specializes in urban warfare history.
During the podcast, DiMarco focused on the political, societal, economic, geographic, and technological factors shaping urban combat. He highlighted historical urban battles such as those in the Russo-Ukrainian War, drawing lessons for preparing the Army for future conflicts.
DiMarco, also the author of the book Concrete Hell: Urban Warfare from Stalingrad to Iraq, discussed his interest in urban warfare and the themes that have consistently featured throughout the history of urban warfare. The podcast also explored a number of historical urban battles.
Cadet Ben Phocas is responsible for the post-production editing of the Urban Warfare Project Podcast. The podcast can be found on various platforms, including Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, Spotify, TuneIn, or your favourite podcast app.
An image from the German Federal Archives, adapted by Ruffneck88, was used in the article.
The podcast provides valuable insights into the intricacies of urban warfare, making it a must-listen for anyone interested in military history and strategy. Tune in to learn more about this crucial aspect of warfare and its impact on contemporary conflicts.
