Book Review: Hard Broke: Asymmetric Warfare, Great Power Competition, and Institutional Paralysis

Authors

Eric H. Haas

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Description

Author: Matthew D. Matter

Reviewed by: Colonel Eric H. Haas, US Army

Institutional inertia can be as dangerous as enemy fire—discover why rapid adaptation remains critical for future conflicts. From IEDs to unmanned systems, this analysis asks: Can the Army evolve fast enough to meet tomorrow’s threats?

Publication Date

3-5-2026

Keywords

asymmetric warfare, great-power competition, military doctrine, improvised explosive devices, institutional paralysis

Disciplines

Defense and Security Studies

Recommended Citation

Eric H. Haas, Book Review: Hard Broke: Asymmetric Warfare, Great Power Competition, and Institutional Paralysis ( US Army War College Press, 2026),
https://press.armywarcollege.edu/parameters_bookshelf/130