Which lessons from the Russia-Ukraine war should navies apply to doctrine, training, tactics, and new technology?
Short answerPrioritize ammunition, robust logistics, low-level initiative, damage control, and redundant systems while assuming the enemy will disrupt the plan.
NotesFuture naval forces need more ammunition and more robust logistics. Independent thought and command must extend to low levels. Damage control remains essential, and several systems should be able to perform the same job. That capacity allows for combat losses. Previous wars already offer lessons that armed forces risk forgetting, while an enemy can disrupt any preferred plan. Preparations must also acknowledge that people will be killed.