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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Britain is a powerful country – but let’s not be silly
Britain is often portrayed as a nation in decline, but its global influence and capabilities remain significant. As one of the world’s leading nations, the United Kingdom still punches above its weight on the international stage.
Why the British army is unprepared for Ukraine
Why the British army is so unprepared to send troops to Ukraine. Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that Britain is “ready and willing to...
The UK’s Space Imperative: Security & Economic Resilience
As countries grow increasingly reliant on space systems for economic stability and military security, the urgency for robust space defence capabilities has never been greater argues Martin Rowse of Airbus Defence and Space in the UK.
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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.
