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.

Wednesday, September 10, 2025

The Samaritan’s Sword: Where to Start with War and Peace

You’re watching the news of something awful. The world trade towers collapsed, Israel suffered the worst holocaust since World W...

Monday, September 1, 2025

New Publication: Blister City, Ride Until Dawn

I’m proud to announce that I’m branching out into fiction. Here is the blurb of my new book , releasing September 19 th : Ride ...

Friday, August 1, 2025

Moral Clarity on the Anniversary of the Atomic Bombings

Reposted yearly as a much needed part of the conversation. August 6th marks the dubious day in 1945 where America became ...

Thursday, July 3, 2025

By Man Shall His Blood Be Shed

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

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

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About Me

Morgan Deane: Morgan Deane is a military historian and scholar of ethics with a special focus on warfare in scripture. Drawing on his experience as a U.S. Marine and intelligence analyst, he brings unique perspective to the study of conflict, faith, and morality. He holds a B.A. in History from Southern Virginia University and an M.A. in Military History from Norwich University, and pursued postgraduate work in War Studies at King’s College London. He teaches history at American Public University and has published extensively on the intersection of Just War theory, military strategy, and the Book of Mormon. His books include To Stop a Slaughter: Just War and the Book of Mormon and Ancient Warfare in the Book of Mormon. His essays have appeared in Interpreter: A Journal of Latter-day Saint Faith and Scholarship, SquareTwo, Epoch Times, Strategy Bridge, Fox News, and Washington Examiner. Morgan’s goal is to foster thoughtful discussion about the moral dimensions of warfare, past and present. Whether engaging ancient scripture or modern strategy, he invites readers to consider how faith and ethics can inform the most difficult human questions.

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