Future of the U.S. Military

The Future of the U.S. Military project at CNAS includes a series of publications focused on the various military services and recommendations for improving capabilities to confront 21st century threats.

Keeping the Edge: Revitalizing America's Military Officer Corps
Authors: Dr. John A. Nagl, Brian M. Burton, Dr. Don M. Snider, Frank G. Hoffman, Captain Mark R. Hagerott, USN, Colonel Roderick C. Zastrow, USAF

Contractors in American Conflicts: Adapting to a New Reality
Authors: John Nagl and Richard Fontaine

Time for Action: Redefining SOF Missions and Activities
Author: Michele Malvesti

The Past and Present as Prologue: Future Warfare through the Lens of Contemporary Conflicts
Author: Major General Robert H. Scales

From Preponderance to Partnership: American Maritime Power in the 21st Century
Author: Frank Hoffman

Unfinished Business: U.S. Overseas Military Presence in the 21st Century
Author: Michael E. O'Hanlon

The Left-Hand Side of the Spectrum: Ambassadors and Advisors in Future U.S. Strategy
Author: Bob Killebrew

Institutionalizing Adaptation: It’s Time for a Permanent Army Advisor Corps
Author: John Nagl