What Can We Learn from INTERWAR Tanks to Build the Perfect Space Vehicle?

23/07/2025 1h 30min

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What Can We Learn from INTERWAR Tanks to Build the Perfect Space Vehicle?Nicholas Moran (The Chieftain) returns to Cold Star Project for an in-depth analysis of interwar tank doctrine development and its applications to modern space defense.Episode Focus: How seven major nations approached mechanized warfare challenges between 1918-1939, examining their strategic constraints, doctrinal solutions, and ultimate battlefield outcomes.Key Discussion Points: Comparative analysis of French, German, Soviet, British, American, Italian, and Japanese tank development philosophiesResource limitations and industrial capacity impacts on doctrineTactical innovation versus established military thinkingPractical applications for contemporary "space tank" or patrol vehicle conceptsTarget Insights: Defense professionals will recognize familiar strategic dilemmas in resource allocation, technological integration, and operational planning. History enthusiasts get detailed examination of lesser-known doctrinal decisions that shaped WWII outcomes.Why This Matters: The same fundamental questions that plagued interwar military planners—mobility versus protection, standardization versus specialization, offensive versus defensive priorities—are now central to space-based defense planning.The Cold Star Project - Season 4, Episode 23Hosted, Directed, and Produced by Jason Kanigan“The real conversations behind the new space economy, defense tech, and policy—straight from the insiders building it.”Google Sheet: "Interwar Tank Doctrine Comparison Table Developed from Nicholas Moran's Analysis"https://coldstarproject.com/morantableThe Chieftain YouTube Channel:    / @thechieftainshatch   Previous interview:    • Nicholas Moran - Tank Research with The Ch...  --Music: W. A. Mozart, Symphony No.38 in D majorAttribution: A Far Cry Music (YouTube Audio Library), no attribution required--Remuneration Disclaimer: We were not remunerated in any way by the guest or their organization if any for this discussion. This show is for educational/commentary and entertainment purposes only and is not meant to be what is termed "professional advice".The Cold Star Project is sponsored in partnership by Cold Star Technologies and the Operational Excellence Society. Jason Kanigan is a member of the board of advisors of the OpEx Society.Cold Star Technologies website: https://www.coldstartech.comOperational Excellence Society website: https://www.opexsociety.orgAbout Jason Kanigan: https://jasonkanigan.com

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