Into the Void

‘A refreshing approach.’ * Parameters *
‘The book’s emphasis on adaptation and transformation remains its most important contribution.’ * Small Wars Journal *
‘Well written and meticulously researched—Kiras and Kitzen have once again made a significant contribution to the body of knowledge on special operations.’ – Col. (Retd) Bernd Horn, former Deputy Commander of Canadian Special Operations Forces Command
‘The book we have long needed to illuminate a new design and direction for special operations in the coming tests of competition, conflict and war.’ – Kalev I. Sepp, former US Deputy Assistant Secretary of Defense for Special Operations and Counterterrorism
‘An intellectually rewarding excursion into the future of special operations. Complete with cutting-edge insights, this is a much-needed foundation for reconceptualising special operations’ contributions beyond the traditional combat role. Enthusiastically recommended for policy makers, scholars and tomorrow’s practitioners.’ – Frank Hoffman, Distinguished Research Fellow, National Defense University
‘This book fills multiple voids as the contributors generate much-needed food for thought on the evolving usefulness of special operations.’ – Anna Simons, Professor Emerita of Defense Analysis, Naval Postgraduate School
‘An excellent overview of the potential utility of special operations, demonstrating their enduring relevance in a new strategic context. A must-read for practitioners and academics alike.’ – Olivier Schmitt, Professor, Center for War Studies, University of Southern Denmark

James D. Kiras is Dean of Academics and Professor of Strategy and Security Studies at Air University’s School of Advanced Air and Space Studies, located at Maxwell Air Force Base, USA.

Martijn Kitzen is Professor and Chair of Irregular Warfare and Special Operations at the Netherlands Defence Academy, in Breda.

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