The Grey Oration is presented in memory of Professor Grey and recognises his contribution to Defence education and strategic thought. Each oration is delivered by a distinguished speaker and reflects on themes that shaped his work: leadership, service, scholarship, and the challenges facing the profession of arms. The series aims to promote thoughtful engagement with ideas that continue to influence contemporary Defence practice.
What does it mean to be a military historian in a world where navies are once again central to global power and legitimacy?
The ethical dilemmas faced by military professionals in emergencies expose the complex, often wrenching decisions that can blur the lines of right and wrong in the name of duty and survival.
War in Flux: Continuity, Change, and the Future of Armed Conflict