J.B.E. Hittle

About the Author

J.B.E. Hittle is a distinguished historian and retired U.S. Marine Corps officer whose scholarly pursuits illuminate the complexities of modern warfare and counterinsurgency. Drawing from his extensive military experience, including service in Iraq and Afghanistan, Hittle brings a unique perspective to his analyses of historical conflicts. His work meticulously examines strategic missteps and their enduring lessons for contemporary geopolitics. In 'Michael Collins and the Anglo-Irish War: Britain's Counterinsurgency Failure,' Hittle dissects the Irish struggle for independence, highlighting the tactical brilliance of Collins and the British Empire's operational shortcomings. A passionate advocate for informed military doctrine, Hittle's writings continue to influence both academics and practitioners in the field of security studies.