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The aim of this article is to identify the lessons and challenges concerning e-learning in military organisations. The study analyses the cases of the U.S. Armed Forces and NATO distance learning programmes. Firstly, it points out cultural, technological, organisational and financial barriers to develop efficient and effective e-learning solutions in the military environment. Secondly, it discusses the challenges to measure the effectiveness of such initiatives. Thirdly, it presents the NATO attempts to combine technological, economic and pedagogical issues in one comprehensive e-learning concept. Then, it discusses the potential of e-learning technologies applicability in the Polish Armed Forces. Finally, it provides the recommendations for the Polish Armed Forces how to plan and implement distance learning solutions.