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James Kiras

James Kiras

Dr. James D. Kiras is Dean of Academics and Professor of Strategy and Security Studies at the School of Advanced Air and Space Studies, Air University. His expertise includes strategy, irregular warfare, special operations, counterterrorism, and military theory. He is the author of Special Operations Success and Special Operations and Strategy, and has contributed to numerous edited volumes, articles, and chapters on special operations and security studies. He holds a Ph.D. in Politics from the University of Reading, an M.A. in History/International Relations from the University of Toronto, and a B.A. in History from the University of Massachusetts Boston.

Call for Book Reviews!

Inter Populum: The Journal of Irregular Warfare and Special Operations is seeking book reviews on published works relevant to special operations, irregular warfare, and strategic competition. We welcome reviews of theoretical, historical, operational, or policy-oriented books with a regional or global focus.

Reviews should:

  • Summarize the book’s purpose, structure, and key arguments
  • Provide brief author background
  • Identify the intended audience
  • Offer a thoughtful, balanced critique

Submission Requirements:

  • 800–1,200 words, double-spaced (Word, 12pt Times New Roman)
  • Full bibliographic details (author, title, publisher, year, pages, price if available)
  • Short bio + high-resolution photo

Submit or inquire:
Dr. Mark Grzegorzewski, grzegorm@erau.edu