Discover what true success looks like for a coach in this insightful video with MAJ David Stephens, LCDR Peter Kensworthy, and MAJ Ali Heenan.

Lindsay Murray and Percy Ings are commemorated at a cemetery in Breadalbane, New South Wales. Both men were raised in Australia and killed in the Battle of Fromelles in 1916. Both are interred 17,000 km from home. That they were involved in a war so far away is central to Australia’s status in a British world in the early 20th century. Murray and Ings trained and served as Australian soldiers in a standardised Empire army. They personify the British learning experience of the Western Front. Their loss was keenly felt by family and friends in Australia.

Generalship is an intellectual endeavour; generals must understand the character of war and create a vision of success. They must be resolute in their commitment and bold in their execution to achieve this success. But, they must also never let go of their humanity, their compassion for innocent civilians, their own soldiers and even the enemy.

Middle powers have small military forces that operate almost exclusively within the context of a coalition or alliance framework, and remain focussed largely on tactics and tactical level issues

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Discover Lieutenant Colonel Nancy Wii's inspiring journey in the Papua New Guinea Defence Force. Overcoming gender barriers and thriving at the Air Command and Staff College, she embodies resilience and leadership. Her story is a testament to breaking boundaries and the transformative power of military education.

"Step Inside the New Defence Strategic Studies Centre!" Discover how this cutting-edge facility at ADC Weston Campus is transforming defence learning, fostering camaraderie, and enhancing international collaboration in our latest article. Don't miss out on the insights!

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