ICMG26 – The 16th International Conference on Military Geosciences, US Military Academy.
Hosted at the United States Military Academy, West Point, New York, USA, 7–12 June 2026 | Eisenhower Hall Theatre, West Point
Post-Conference Battlefield Tour: 12–17 June 2026
The International Association of Military Geosciences invites researchers, practitioners, and students to share your research, practice, and experience in military geoscience at the 16th International Conference on Military Geosciences (ICMG26) hosted by the Department of Geography and Earth Sciences at the United States Military Academy.
Theme: Theory and practice – the past and future of military geoscience in a complex world
This theme invites participants to reflect on the evolving relationship between geoscientific knowledge and military application—bridging historical foundations with forward-looking innovations. Covering a broad and increasingly inclusive array of military-related topics, ICMG26 will explore how military geoscience continues to inform both students and practitioners of war and its related activities.
What to Expect at ICMG26
- Two keynote lectures from internationally recognized military practitioners and geoscience experts.
- Scholarly presentations from leading academics, military professionals, and practitioners.
- Two guided field trips: one to explore the historical fortifications and battlefields of the Fortress West Point landscape, and a second to the megacity of Manhattan to explore both the historical and contemporary complexities of military operations in urban terrain.
- Social events, including a welcome reception and conference banquet.
- Daily lunches and coffee breaks included.
Schedule of Events
- Sunday, 7 June: Arrival and registration.
- Monday, 8 June: Paper sessions – Keynote address, the theories underlying military geoscience.
- Tuesday, 9 June: Field Day – Fort Montgomery & Stony Point battlefields, West Point fortifications.
- Wednesday, 10 June: Paper sessions – Military geoscience in urban and subterranean environments.
- Thursday, 11 June: Field Day – Manhattan: urban, sub-terranean, and historical military environments.
- Friday, 12 June: Paper session (half day) – Military geoscience, theory and great power competition.
Post-Conference Battlefield Tour (12–17 June 2026)
Join a five-day historical and geoscientific journey through the Mohawk and Hudson Valleys, rich in strategic military history. Sites will include pivotal Revolutionary War battlefields, early American forts, key transportation corridors, and dramatic landscapes that shaped military operations across both the Seven Years War (French and Indian War) and the American Revolution.
Call for Papers
In line with the vision of the IAMG, we invite abstract submissions addressing a diverse range of spatial-military topics, including but not limited to: military theory and geoscience in practice; military geology; military geography; geopolitics; critical resources; geospatial technologies in military operations; historical and contemporary case studies of military operations in complex terrain; military geoscience in urban and subterranean environments; engineering geology; hydrogeology; geospatial sciences; terrain analysis; archaeology; historical geography; geomorphology; environmental science; geophysics; climatology; cognate disciplines; and other military geoscience-related topics and themes.
Key Dates (Preliminary)
- Abstract Submission Opens: August 2025.
- Abstract Deadline: 31 March 2026.
- Registration Deadline: 15 May 2026.
Abstract Submission Guidelines
- Abstracts must not exceed 300 words.
- Include title, author(s), lead author’s affiliation and email.
- Indicate preference for oral or poster presentation.
- Submit abstracts to Joel Radunzel (joel.radunzel@westpoint.edu).
Preliminary Fees (Subject to Change)
- In-person Registration: $550 USD.
- Virtual Participation: $50 USD.
- Accompanying Partner Program: $250 USD (includes welcome reception, banquet, and participation in guided field trips).
- Accommodation: Special rates at local hotels will be provided via the conference website (Aug 25). Options include the historic Thayer Hotel on West Point, the Holiday Inn Express in nearby Fort Montgomery, and various nearby budget options in the village of Highland Falls and other nearby communities.
- Post-Conference Excursion: $1,300 USD (one room).
- Accompanying Partner Program: $650 USD (shared room).
What to Expect at ICMG26
- Two keynote lectures from internationally recognized military practitioners and geoscience experts.
- Scholarly presentations from leading academics, military professionals, and practitioners.
- Two guided field trips: one to explore the historical fortifications and battlefields of the Fortress West Point landscape, and a second to the megacity of Manhattan to explore both the historical and contemporary complexities of military operations in urban terrain.
- Social events, including a welcome reception and conference banquet.
- Daily lunches and coffee breaks included.
Post-Conference Battlefield Tour (12–17 June 2026)
Join a five-day historical and geoscientific journey through the Mohawk and Hudson Valleys, rich in strategic military history. Sites will include pivotal Revolutionary War battlefields, early American forts, key transportation corridors, and dramatic landscapes that shaped military operations across both the Seven Years War (French and Indian War) and the American Revolution.
Publication Opportunities
Select papers presented at the conference will be considered for inclusion in peer-reviewed publications. Details will be announced closer to the event.
Stay Connected
A dedicated ICMG26 website is currently in development. It will provide program information, registration links, travel guidance, and updates on lodging and field excursions.
Questions? Contact joel.radunzel@westpoint.edu.
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