Jim Lacey is an analyst at the Institute for Defense Analyses and a professor of conflict and global issues at Johns Hopkins University. His insights and analysis focus on complex global issues and conflicts, drawing on his extensive experience in the field. Through his writing, he explores the dynamics of warfare and international relations.
This biography explores General John J. Pershing, the first modern combat commander who transformed the U.S. Army during WWI. Lacey details Pershing's evolution from Indian fighter to leader of a million-man army, highlighting his pivotal role in the Meuse-Argonne offensive and the war's outcome.
Revealing the overlooked influence of economics on World War II, this book challenges the conventional narrative that emphasizes military might alone. It highlights how three lesser-known economists significantly shaped Allied strategy, overshadowing even the Joint Chiefs. By exploring the intersections of statistics, finance, and military planning, it illustrates how economic factors dictated wartime decisions. This unique perspective sheds light on the profound impact of economic theory in shaping the conduct and outcome of one of history's most pivotal conflicts.