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. 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. His work and public engagement have received national-level recognition, including formal acknowledgment by the White House, where he provided written analysis on the reintegration benefits of military service, underscoring the lasting contributions of U.S. Army veterans.

Dr. Zapotoczny 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. ​

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