Deerfield Commencement Address
In his 2026 Deerfield Academy commencement address, Elliot Ackerman reflects on why he was invited to speak despite not being a Deerfield alumnus, drawing parallels between Deerfield and the United...
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Fallujah, War, and Memory
Elliot Ackerman joins Combat Story for a conversation on Fallujah, special operations, the CIA, memory, and the lasting meaning of war.
Firing Line on Afghanistan
Elliot Ackerman joins PBS Firing Line to discuss Afghanistan, America’s withdrawal, and the long-term consequences of the war.
Escaping the Taliban
Elliot Ackerman discusses Afghanistan, the Taliban takeover, and efforts to help Afghan families escape following the U.S. withdrawal.