The Imperial War Museum was founded during WW1 as a celebration of British society and its sacrifices. It has five branches, including one in Manchester, and covers all wars involving the UK since 1914. The museum is free to enter in central and north London. The Imperial War Museum is a series of historical museums […]
War tourism involves visiting places that have been devastated by war, often many years after the conflict has ended. Popular war resorts include Srebrenica, Vietnam’s National Defense Shooting Range, and concentration camps such as Auschwitz. Some countries use war tourism as a means of making money, but others prefer to distance themselves from their violent […]
War calling involves dialing a large number of phone numbers to identify modems and other devices. It is illegal in some regions and can be detected by telephone companies. War dialing can be used for security testing or hacking, but can also be annoying for those in the scanned area. War calling is a practice […]
War hysteria is an emotional reaction to propaganda about impending war, causing panic among the population. During the Cold War, Americans hoarded food and built private shelters. Today, the threat of terrorism has led to a reduction of individual rights, such as invasive body scans at airports. War hysteria is a hysterical emotional reaction to […]
Wars of aggression, without justifiable purpose, are now considered international crimes alongside human trafficking and genocide. Aggressive warfare is unacceptable by most nations, but a lack of a uniform definition for a crime of aggression has hindered prosecution. The United Nations and international treaties act as guiding authorities until a uniform definition is agreed upon. […]
A declaration of war is an official announcement by a nation that it is at war, accompanied by a list of grievances. The protocol for issuing a declaration varies by country. A declaration is not always necessary for waging war, and conflicts may not lend themselves to declarations, especially when the enemy is not a […]
The saying “all’s fair in love and war” means that normal rules of behavior are suspended in these situations, allowing for questionable actions. It can motivate individuals to take risks to win someone’s heart, but can also justify endangering others. It can lead to happy unions or harm to others, so not all strategies need […]
War risk insurance provides compensation for economic losses caused by war, internal conflicts, terrorism, and weapons of mass destruction. It is commonly purchased by airlines and shipping companies for their vessels and aircraft, as well as for crews, passengers, and cargo. The cost varies based on the value of the property insured and the estimated […]
The jus ad bellum theory establishes guidelines for declaring war, recognizing that war is sometimes necessary but must be waged with moral stipulations in mind. A just cause, exhaustion of peaceful measures, competent authority, cost-benefit analysis, and reasonable hope of success are all components. The 20th century saw numerous pacts and treaties between countries that […]
Unjust wars are defined as conflicts where one side seeks dominance over another for reasons such as economic gain, power, or religious differences. The principle behind unjust warfare is that no war is justified, and conflicts can be resolved through diplomacy. Governments may use reasons, real or fictitious, to justify war. Just war theory suggests […]
The French and Indian War was fought between France and its American Indian allies and England and its allies. The British gained control of New France and Spanish Florida, while France gave Spain control of French Louisiana. The war was caused by territorial disputes, the fur trade, and religious differences. Prior to the war, French […]
The Mexican-American War began in 1846 over the territory of Texas, with the United States ultimately gaining control of most major battles and becoming richer in land. The war ended with the Treaty of Guadalupe Hidalgo, which recognized the Rio Grande as the northern border of Mexico and gave the US huge tracts of land […]
A warbird advocates for preemptive aggression against other nations for their own nation’s gain, sometimes for personal profit. The term was coined for members of the XII US Congress who encouraged war with Great Britain. The pejorative “chickenhawk” describes someone who supports military action but has not served. Warbirds’ motives are often questioned, and they […]
The Korean War, also known as the Forgotten War, began in 1950 when North Korea invaded South Korea. It escalated into a multinational conflict, with North Korea receiving support from Russia and China, and the South receiving support from the United Nations and the United States. The war ended with a ceasefire but no formal […]
Veterans who have served in war may be reluctant to discuss their experiences due to trauma, concerns about upsetting loved ones, or security constraints. However, studies show that discussing wartime experiences can help veterans and their families process their experiences and avoid negative fallout. The high number of veterans seeking treatment for post-traumatic stress syndrome […]
Japanese soldiers in World War II shouted “to hell with Babe Ruth!” as he was seen as a symbol of American patriotism. Babe Ruth had previously gone on a goodwill tour of Japan as part of the American baseball All-Stars team. Professional baseball player Babe Ruth was a celebrity who was part of a Japanese […]
The US dropped two nuclear bombs on Japan in WWII, starting a nuclear arms race between the US and the Soviet Union. Other countries developed nuclear weapons, leading to treaties to slow proliferation. The threat of nuclear war still exists today. The history of Cold War nuclear weapons dates back to World War II, when […]
War rhetoric is used by leaders to convince citizens of the need for conflict, often by presenting the enemy as a threat, exaggerating evidence, and fomenting nationalism. Critics are marginalized and repetition is key to gaining support. When Roman Senator Cato the Elder wanted Rome to declare war on the North African state of Carthage, […]
The fog of war refers to confusion and miscalculations that can occur during combat due to compromised communications and intelligence. Friendly fire and communication problems are common occurrences. The concept has been criticized for being used as a defense for poor planning. Military operations are heavily dependent on communications and intelligence to be successful. When […]
A war chest is a reserve of liquid assets, such as cash, used by companies and nations to finance military actions, political maneuvers, and hostile takeovers. It can also be used to protect against takeovers and as an emergency fund for individuals. The term “war chest” is used to describe a large reserve of assets, […]
