Analysis Section
The analysis section contains opinion on topical defence issues and reviews of media such as books, games and films, please note that these are not news articles and are purely the opinion of the author and not necessarily that of the UK Defence Journal.
Opinion
We aim to draw opinion from a wide range of sources on a wide range of topics.
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Is the United Kingdom still a powerful country?
Is the United Kingdom still a powerful country? The question comes up often, usually with a note of scepticism.
The uncertain future of the Type 32 Frigate
With costs rising across the defence portfolio, the Royal Navy may be forced to make hard choices. Delaying or dropping Type 32 remains a very real possibility.
Challenger tanks ‘too few to matter’ in modern war
Challenger 2s in Ukraine were praised for accuracy and protection but struggled with weight, mobility and logistics. Four destroyed. Few remain. Challenger 3 is new but comes in too few numbers argues Lt. Col. Stuart Crawford.
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Media Reviews
Our reviews aim to cover defence related media from games to books.
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Harrier 809 by Rowland White – A review
Harrier 809 by Rowland White tells the story of how the public perception of the Harrier went from a novelty to an iconic symbol of British combat aviation.
Microsoft Flight Simulator – A review
Despite a launch marred by calamitous community engagement, Microsoft Flight Simulator manages to soar above and beyond expectations.
1917 – A film review
1917 depicts the horrors of trench warfare of the First World War with raw tension, terror and urgency.
Submissions Policy
These articles are the opinion of their authors and not necessarily that of the UK Defence Journal. If you would like to submit your own article on a relevant topic, please see our submission guidelines.
