​Walter Zapotoczny is a distinguished military historian, author, and scholar with a PhD in History and advanced degrees in Theological Studies, Global History, and Strategic Communications, as well as a Bachelor of Arts in World Military History. He has served as a command historian with the U.S. Army and as president of a consulting firm, combining military expertise with executive-level leadership.

The author of fourteen books and numerous internationally published articles, Dr. Zapotoczny has also designed corporate training programs and produced operational manuals for professional audiences. A specialist in twentieth-century military history, his research emphasizes the Battle of the Bulge, combat leadership, and Holocaust studies, supported by extensive field research across Europe and North Africa.

He frequently delivers keynote lectures, serves as a subject matter expert for the U.S. Army Heritage Center Foundation, and contributes research and training materials to organizations worldwide. Dr. Zapotoczny’s work bridges rigorous scholarship and public engagement, providing insights into leadership, operational decision-making, and the human experience of war.

Preserving the stories of war to illuminate leadership, sacrifice, and the human cost of conflict.

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