BIASES AND BLINDSPOTS: THE ART OF MILITARY DECEPTION

<p>Shaping an opponent’s expectations can change an entire operation’s course. Tom Spahr sits down with naval flight officer and strategist Mike "Quatto" Posey to break down the craft and impact of military deception.<br />
Posey explains that deception is far more than a fun trick—it achieves real benefits through the manipulation of an adversary’s choices. From World War II’s ghost armies to decoys drawing fire in Ukraine, convincing the enemy to look the wrong way dramatically tilts the odds. Even in a world of ubiquitous sensors, satellites, and drones, human psychology remains the ultimate battlefield. Visibility does not equal understanding, and clever planners exploit confirmation bias by feeding opponents clues they already want to believe.<br />
Adversaries can also target the larger public by exploiting these same cognitive vulnerabilities through social media and news feeds. Resisting manipulation requires sharpening media literacy and practicing critical thinking daily. It’s a great discussion of the history, art, and high-stakes psychology behind military deception.</p>
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