Cracking Defence
Matthew PalmerDefence and Security, mostly (but not always) from a UK perspective.
| Platform |  | Pricing | Only free issues | Publishes | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Issues | 79 | Founded | 3 years ago | Last Issue | 10 days ago |
| Active | |||||
Read this Newsletter
crackingdefence.substack.comLatest Issues
Death in the Low Countries
This is the third in a series of historical vignettes detailing great British military disasters. Feel free to read my analysis of the Sieges of Kut and Singapore.
In December 1809, the last few British troops left the Dutch island...
Summer Reading: The Greatest War Novels
As the great August slowdown approaches, I imagine few readers will be interested in military analysis, news or history and instead be looking for ways of relaxing. What better way to do so than read a novel – and for military enthusiasts,...
What are the Greatest Risks to the UK?
The UK government has released its National Risk Register, highlighting key risks to the wellbeing of the country and our citizens. This is always an interesting document to read through to get a sense of the government’s assessment of the...
British Defence Keeps Scoring Own-Goals
It can be hard being a patriotic British defence specialist these days. The UK seems addicted to scoring stupid own-goals on national security. Let’s look at three that we’ve shot into the back of our own net in the recent weeks.1
T...
Disaster in Iraq
On the 29th April 1916, the British Indian Army’s 6th (Poona) Division surrendered to the Ottoman Empire at Kut Al Amara in Iraq. Over 13,000 men and camp followers, weakened by hunger and disease, fell into captivity; of those, many thousa...
Audience Metrics
Subscribers, engagement, traffic and sponsorship for Cracking Defence.
| Subscribers | Engagement | 75 | Monthly Web Visits | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Accepts Sponsors | Estimated Cost per Ad | ||||
Explore More
Authors
The writers behind this newsletter.
\ud83c\uddec\ud83c\udde7 Former soldier. Accidental defence journalist. Fellow at the Council on Geostrategy and RNSSC. Thoughts & feelings on defence and other things. Not always serious. Views my own.
Frequently Asked Questions
How can I access the email archive for Cracking Defence?
You can find recent issues that have been published by Cracking Defence on Reletter by scrolling up to where it says Latest Issues. Tap on the link for any of the most recent emails or hit More Issues to see older ones.
How many subscribers does Cracking Defence have?
To see how many people subscribe to Cracking Defence, simply upgrade your Reletter account. We provide readership numbers and lots of other stats for this newsletter so you can decide if it's worth reaching out to.
How can I advertise in Cracking Defence?
Newsletter advertising can be extremely effective when it's done right. Before you pitch Cracking Defence as a potential sponsor or partner, make sure that you've done your research and checked its newsletter stats with Reletter.
Then, personalize one of our winning pitching templates and send it to the right person using the contact info provided.
How much does it cost to sponsor a publication like Cracking Defence?
Newsletter ad rates (or CPM) vary depending on many factors, including industry, number of subscribers, open rate, ad placement and more.
To find out how much an ad will cost, contact Cracking Defence using the contact information provided and ask for a copy of their media kit.
How can I find newsletters related to Cracking Defence?
Scroll up to where it says Related Newsletters to see other publications like Cracking Defence. You can also search our email newsletter directory to discover other newsletters that cover the topics you're interested in.
How do I contact Cracking Defence?
Reletter provides this newsletter's website URL above, where you will often find their contact information. We also provide links to associated social media accounts and pitching templates so you can reach out fast.