Ullman, Harlan
1941-About the author
Harlan Ullman, born in 1941, is an American military strategist whose theories have influenced contemporary warfare practices. His career includes service in the U.S. Navy and extensive involvement in defense policy.
His book Shock and Awe — Achieving Rapid Dominance introduced a military strategy focused on overwhelming force to achieve psychological as well as physical dominance, an idea that gained significant attention during the Iraq War.
Ullman's work continues to provoke discussion on military ethics, strategy, and the implications of modern warfare, impacting how military operations are conceptualized and debated.