Economics is the Sine Qua Non of Waging War In their three-volume Military Effectiveness set, Allan R. Millett and Williamson Murray argue that political effectiveness involves a nation’s ability to obtain and allocate resources for military activity. This might be the most critical factor in determining a nation’s ability to succeed in a great power war. Throughout…
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How I use OneNote for my Dissertation
I tested and tried a few note-taking applications before settling on OneNote. Previous attempts included Scrivener (which I still use, more on that later), Apple’s Notes (which I also use for more regular day-to-day notes), and Evernote (to get full functionality required paying for it, something I was not willing to do). I was inspired…
Archive Tips and Tricks
How to Navigate the National Archives Without Losing Your Sanity Archival work can be incredibly daunting. The sheer volume of documents, the wild filing system, and incomplete or nonexistent finding aids all add up to a decidedly overwhelming experience — especially for the first-timer. However, I’ve picked up a few tips and tricks along the way.…