J. Michael Dahm
J. Michael Dahm is a retired US Navy intelligence officer and a senior resident fellow at the Mitchell Institute for Aerospace Studies. He specializes in defense analysis and has provided insights on China's military capabilities, particularly in relation to amphibious assault operations and its potential implications for Taiwan. His expertise has been pivotal in understanding the strategic advancements of the People's Liberation Army (PLA) and their readiness for potential conflicts in the region.
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A former US naval intelligence officer J. Michael Dahm commented on the role of cargo ships in resupplying amphibious assault vehicles during an invasion.
China practicing beach landings with civilian ships: report
Taiwan· 2025-11-21
J Michael Dahm co-authored a report for CMSI discussing the implications of China's new landing ships.
Kinas nya invasionsfartyg verkar vara avsedda för Taiwan
Sweden· 2025-04-20
Dahm, a retired US Navy intelligence officer, commented on the rapid development of China's armed forces.
China’s new barges would make invading Taiwan easier and more efficient
Australia· 2025-04-16
J. Michael Dahm is a retired intelligence officer who commented on the rapid development of logistical solutions for a potential invasion.
Las barcazas chinas que encienden las alarmas
Honduras· 2025-04-11
J. Michael Dahm commented on the innovative capabilities of China's amphibious landing vessels.
Velika zaskrbljenost strokovnjakov zaradi nove vojaške pridobitve Kitajske
Slovenia· 2025-03-26
Dahm, a retired US Navy intelligence officer, said the barges constitute a 'significant upgrade' to the amphibious assault capacity of China’s People Liberation Army.
‘Invasion’ barges and deep-sea cable cutters: why new Chinese maritime tech is spooking defense watchers
United States· 2025-03-25