Category: War
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Religion and Politics. The Just War Tradition
Throughout history, religion has been a significant part of social and political life that emerged in nearly all societies in one or another form. However, religion was not the only social institution present in all civilizations – apart from religious faith, politics and warfare have been an integrative part of all human societies since the…
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The Chinese in Canada Before World War I
Canada before World War One was characterised by the immigration of foreign communities, especially the Chinese, which resulted in suspicion and fear by locals that these foreigners had come to settle in Canada. As a result, the locals, together with the government, were not very welcoming, resulting in uncertainty and questions as to whether the…
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“How to Tell a True War Story” by O’Brien
O’Brien employs an important literary technique, using stories within a large story to give the reader the complete picture of what is happening. These stories can come from different characters and refer to various events. Thanks to this, readers can learn about all the parts of the story, understanding what happened to each participant. However,…
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Broadcast Effect of H. Wells’s “War of the Worlds”
The power of words should never be underestimated. The particular style of the presentation of information may wring some secret chords in one’s heart. One of the most vivid examples of the way words and the impressive story may influence the behavior of many people is the story of the broadcast of Herbert Wells’ dramatized…
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Absence in War by Candlelight by Daniel Alarcon
In his story, Daniel Alarcon, raises an important topic and conveys the secret of all immigrants from disadvantaged countries. The author says: “leaving is no problem. It’s exciting actually; in fact, it’s a drug. It’s the staying gone that will kill you. This is the handed-down wisdom of the immigrant.” (Alarcon 197). This is also…
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Religious Values During War and Peace
Table of Contents Introduction Values During War and Peace Peace Conclusion Works Cited Introduction Despite the existence of different religions and their development, the majority of scripture and religious texts proclaim that human life is the ultimate value that has to be respected. Hence, war and other types of violence are not parts of religious…
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Preemptive War, War Powers, and International Complications
Table of Contents Introduction Main body Conclusion References Introduction Throughout the history of the United States, the country’s presidents have worked hard to strike the right balance between achievements in the global arena and the well-being of its citizens. For instance, Kennedy supported a range of diplomatic initiatives during his presidency, including the creation of…
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Post-World War II Civil Rights Movements
Introduction World War II was one of the most devastating global conflicts. Multiple negative outcomes directly correlate with WWII. However, one of them was a change in the societal way of thinking, particularly in America. It is certain that multiple changes have been made between 1945 and today. One of the most critical shifts in…
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Thucydides’ Philosophy and Its Application to the US as the War Against Japan Unfolded
Table of Contents Introduction Features of a Democratic State at Peace and War Racism: The Failure of Democratic Ideal of Equality Executive Order 9066 Strategic Bombing of Tokyo (March 9-10, 1945) Hiroshima and Nagasaki Conclusion References Introduction Thucydides Highlighted the Erosion of Both Ethical Standards and Strategic Rationality in a Democratic System Engaged in a…
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Socio-Economic Consequences of the Great War in the United States
The main socio-economic consequences of the Great War for people in the United States are significant human and material losses, inflation, the crisis in agriculture, and the arrival of neo-mercantilism. The United States has experienced a real shock, moral and spiritual devastation. On the contrary, when the country lost faith in technological progress and human…