Flat Circle History

Flat Circle History

Episode 19: China’s Attack Begins

China carries out a massive, simultaneous attack to blind, disrupt and eliminate key leadership, infrastructure and defense systems across the Indo-Pacific.

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John Forsberg
Apr 06, 2026
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Background:

I think of this episode as H-Hour (minus 1). It is the attack that will pave the way for the next episode when the missile blitz begins. For this episode I wanted to highlight the vulnerabilities we face through cyberattacks, including how our own vehicles could be used against us. Also, I wanted to show how drones will be used ubiquitously and to illustrate that their reach will be far and used in ways we may not be prepared for (yet). There are no longer ‘front lines’.

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