Warfare and the Book of Mormon

This is where I publish my preliminary research notes and ideas concerning warfare in the Book of Mormon. This is a spot for civilians, military historians, members of the LDS church and anybody else who enjoys studying the military aspects of the Book of Mormon and its impact on the LDS Church, society and the field of military history.

Thursday, July 3, 2025

By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed

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The above title is based on Genesis 9:6, a command from God after the flood. It says “Whoso sheddeth man’s blood, by man...

Thursday, June 5, 2025

Where will it lead? Dallin Oaks Supports Preemptive War

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Not too long ago the current member of the first presidency, Dallin H Oaks, gave a talk entitled, Where will this lead? He disc...

Thursday, May 1, 2025

Why is Visions of Glory Killing People?

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Visions of Glory is a controversial book that details the near-death experiences of a man named Spencer. The controversy comes...

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Tuesday, April 1, 2025

Podcast

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You might have noticed I don’t have a large online presence. I don’t have a podcast. You don’t hear about me. No one makes react...

Tuesday, March 4, 2025

Give War a Chance: Moroni as a Peacemaker

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There are several exciting projects on which I'm working. This is the introduction of my piece on Moroni as a peacemak...

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About Me

Morgan Deane: I have degrees from Southern Virginia University and Norwich University and I've pursued an MPhil/PhD at Kings College London. I have presented or published papers on Napoleonic warfare, Chinese military theory, Book of Mormon warfare, and the American Civil War. I'm a former infantry riflemen, squad leader and intelligence analyst. I am the author of numerous books and articles including "The Battle Experience in the Book of Mormon." My most recent book is Beyond Sun-Tzu: Classical Chinese Debates on War and Statecraft. Currently I teach history at American Public University. My political and military analysis can be found in the Epoch Times, Opslens magazine, Strategy and Tactics, Fox News, Strategy Bridge, the Washington Examiner and other places.

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