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The countdown is over. We’re gearing up for another incredible academic year at the National War College and can’t wait to welcome the Class of 2027. Go Warriors!

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A historic day at the National War College.
We welcomed MajGen Jason L. Morris, USMC, as the 35th Commandant and honored Rear Adm. Chase D. Patrick, USN, for his lasting contributions to our institution and nation.
Here's to building on a legacy of excellence.

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Celebrating 80 years of excellence in strategic thought. For eight decades, leaders have come together to tackle the nation’s toughest challenges. As General Krueger said, “Make ’em ponder.” Proud to be part of this legacy. #NWC80

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On the fields of Gettysburg, theory became real. Our Warriors explored war’s timeless human nature and its changing character, seeing how leaders adapt, or fail, under pressure. The lesson is clear: war evolves, but its core challenges endure.

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Peak bloom surrounds Roosevelt Hall on a beautiful day at Fort McNair.

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Course 6222 concluded with the Capstone Wargame, giving students a realistic opportunity to apply joint planning concepts and assess decisions in a competitive environment.

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This week at the National War College, students tackled the Strategic Layer TTX—linking national-level guidance to coalition actions and targeted investments across the instruments of power, examining great power competition leading to crisis in the curriculum's wargaming series.

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Huge shoutout to the NWC Warriors basketball team. You played with real Warrior spirit all season and made us proud!

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Students explored the operational realities of a potential PRC invasion of Taiwan. They walked through likely COAs, from fire density and amphibious lift to terrain, urban challenges, and sea state. Setting the stage for our upcoming wargame and building real operational judgment

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NWC students visited the @StateDept for an inside look at interagency collaboration. They heard from Deputy Secretary Christopher Landau, met with senior leaders from regional and political military bureaus, and toured the Operations Center and Press Briefing Center.

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A huge thank you to NWC’s own Dr. Mariya Omelicheva and CISA’s Dr. Hayoun Ryou‑Ellison for an outstanding joint lecture on Russian and Chinese political warfare. Our students benefited greatly from their expertise and thoughtful analysis.

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NWC's very own Instruments of Power hit the stage with serious energy. What a debut.

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Wargaming at NWC gives students a chance to turn theory into practice, sharpening their #strategic thinking.

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NWC students and faculty took part in the USSF Prep-T event at the Udvar-Hazy Center. Integrating U.S. aerospace history with current #USSF missions, heritage, and doctrinal evolution, participants traced how history and strategy continue to shape modern #space operations.

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Course 6310 – Statecraft in the Modern Era is officially underway!

National War College students are beginning an in-depth exploration of the diplomatic, economic, informational, and technological forces that shape global power today.

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Wrapped up a fantastic semester at @NWC_NDU with a festive potluck! Wishing everyone a wonderful holiday season and a great New Year. Excited to see you back in 2026!

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On Dec 17, @USTradeRep Greer addressed a joint @NWC_NDU & @eisenhower_ndu session. Students engaged on trade/econ policy as an instrument of national power, gaining insight into implications for national security priorities.

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Our students faced real-world challenges in a Global Force Management exercise, sharpening critical thinking and decision-making skills while exploring how the military instrument of power shapes global strategy.

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Our warriors have begun Course 6221 at NWC! This course connects military theory, joint warfighting, and strategic logic - preparing leaders to think, plan, and act in an era of speed and global competition.

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