Positive and Negative Effects of the Second World War

Introduction War is a great disaster for mankind as it leads to numerous deaths. The world is full of different armed conflicts and local wars which are devastating. Still, looking at the history of mankind, it is possible to remember the most destructive wars, the First World War and the...

The Eulogy for the White Hat Burial Ceremony

Today is the day I have been waiting for a long time, and it is both sad and joyous because it is time to say goodbye to something extremely important to me, my White Hat. The journey to come to this moment was challenging, and I want to thank everyone...

World War II Was Avoidable

Introduction World War II was a global war that lasted between 1939 and 1945. It was fought between two military alliances that included the Allies and the Axis. The Axis alliance comprised Japan, Italy, and Germany while the Allies alliance constituted France, the United States, Great Britain, and China. The...

The Crusades: Origins, Purpose, and Effects

Introduction The Crusades refer to a series of battles by Christians in Western Europe to retake the Holy Land from Muslims. The Crusades activities started in 1096 and the late thirteenth century marked their end (Morton, 2020). The word “crusade” was first used to refer to European efforts to reclaim...

Elements of an Ethos of Conflict in “Six Day War”

The formation of the State of Israel led to numerous conflicts in the Middle East. The fighting against it began almost immediately after the proclaimed independence of the country, with Syria and Egypt acting as principal opponents. Israel had constant border conflicts with Syria, leading to large-scale military operations (Goodman,...

The Cold War: International Relations between 1945 and 1989

Introduction International relations refer to an academic field that focuses on the nature of the relationships that exist between states (Sutch & Elias 2007 pp. 33-34). One of the major historical events that shaped international relations between 1945 and 1989 was the Cold War. The Cold War was a war...

The Changing Nature of Modern Warfare

In the article “The Changing Nature of the Modern Warfare,” Thornton (2015) discusses how in contemporary environments, warfare happens not only on the battlefield. Information war, for example, is something successfully utilized by Russia and is not yet used by NATO members as a tool for defense. Russia was able...

The Wars by Timothy Findley

Introduction It is worth noting that the action of the novel written by Timothy Findley occurs during World War I. The plot of the book unfolds around the story of the short life and tragic death of Robert Ross. He goes to fight in Europe as a volunteer to escape...

Iranian Revolution and Terrorism: the Rex Cinema Massacre

377 people burn alive in a horrible arson at the Rex Cinema in Abadan The night of August 19 in Abadan started almost as usual. The unusual and quite disturbing thing was the fact that the controversial film Gavaznha was on at Rex Cinema. “I wanted to watch the film...

The Taliban in Afghanistan: Origins, Ideology, and Global Impact

Introduction The Taliban is a violent Islamist group that started in Afghanistan in the mid-1990s. The group can be traced back to the Soviet-Afghan War in the 1980s, when many Afghans were trained and given money by other countries to fight against the government that the Soviet Union supported. After...

Application of Mission Command Principles: Operation Anaconda Case Study

Operation Anaconda, conducted in 2002 by a joint military team of the US Army, Northern Alliance, and friendly Afghan troops, is an example of a complex operation that requires consolidation and joint command. The military forces involved in the operation were commanded to destroy the military Taliban formations based in...

Nazi Germany’s Resources and Demise in World War II

Introduction The Second World War (WWII) was a major global conflict that took place between 1939 and 1945. This upheaval ended after the Allied powers, comprised of the United States, France, the United Kingdom, and the Soviet Union, managed to destroy Adolf Hitler’s Nazi Germany. Historians agree that this war...

Korean War: Proxy Conflict and Cold War Dynamics

This paper explores the particulars of the Korean War (1950-1953), as the proxy war that the USSR fought against the U.S., and describes the effects of this War on the formation of the socio-cultural and geopolitical aspects of the Cold War era. The Korean War of 1950-1953 is now being...

The Hybrid Warfare Concept and Challenges

Introduction Hybrid warfare has become a point of interest of military strategists and theorists in the 21st century. This essay aims to describe the concept of hybrid warfare and its relation to asymmetric warfare. It will be argued that hybrid warfare is often utilized by insurgents to offset their weaknesses...

Foundations of Army Leadership

Good leadership is important for the success and continuity of any organization. In particular, the army holds leadership in high regard and strives to create efficient leaders. The responsibility of army leaders is to guide their juniors by providing them with purpose and motivation. Additionally, army leadership is founded on...

Dehumanization and Its Evolution in Warfare

Introduction The advent of the digital age comes with various changes in the modern political landscape. In the last few decades, rapid changes in communications and media networks have resulted in different outlooks in regards to considerations of peace and conflict. Consequently, it can be speculated that these changes are...

“Come September”: A Perspective on September 11 Made by Arundhati Roy

The speech “Come September” by Arundhati Roy touches on the various negative events that took place on September 11th in the US, Latin America, India, and the Middle East. At the beginning of the speech, he talks about the Twin Tower attack that took place one year prior to Roy’s...

Operation Geronimo: Was It Legal or Not?

Introduction In August 1998, US President Bill Clinton declared Osama bin Laden, the leader of the Islamist terrorist organization Al-Qaeda, “Public Enemy Number One.” Fisher and Becker (2019) add that “the United States has adopted the targeted killing of high-ranking members of terrorist organizations to disrupt terrorist networks and exert...

Behavioural Detection and Other Technologies in Aviation Security

Introduction Many industries today face the challenge of detecting and preventing terrorism. The challenge is not significantly different for the commercial air travel sector. However, it can be acknowledged that the aviation industry remains a high-profile target for terrorist organizations. Airport security and screening have, in response to increased threats,...

D-Day and The Second World War

Introduction The end of World War II arguably marked the start of one of the most peaceful eras in human history because there has been no other war that compares in scope and magnitude. This conflict set two groups of world superpowers against each other – the axis and the...

Nazis and Khmer Rouge: Comparison

Introduction Nazis that operated in Germany and Europe and the Khmer Rouge in Cambodia have been regarded as the most brutal and despotic military dictatorships in recent times. These regimes had extremely narrow tolerance for people who did not belong to their concept of race and undertook widespread massacres of...

“The Power of the Pen” by Malala Yousafzai

Introduction There are so many aspects of a speech that contribute to making it good or bad. However, this depends on the subject of the speech and the audience to whom the speech is intended. A teenage girl named Malala Yousafzai gave a speech addressing the rights of women and...

The Outcomes of World War II: Impact of Technology

World War II’s scientific and technical achievements were among the most profound and long-lasting consequences of a conflict that altered every element of society, from economics to justice to the nature of combat itself. More than 30 nations were involved in World War II, which occurred between 1939 to 1945...

Pearl Harbor: The Turning Point That Led the United States Into World War II

Introduction Before the assault on Pearl Harbor, the globe was already immersed in the Second World War. The turmoil commenced in 1939 when Nazi Germany, under the leadership of Adolf Hitler, encroached upon Poland. This action prompted Britain and France to announce war on Germany. Meanwhile, the United States maintained...

The Mandate System: Impact on the Ottoman Empire

The mandate system proposed the allocation of the Axis’ post colonies to the members of the League of Nations. Hence, the set of regulations was directed toward the Ottoman Empire and Germany, as their armies were defeated as a result of the war. Moreover, apart from the Empire’s evident loss...

Why World War II Was Inevitable

World War II was the most global war in human history. Taking place all over the world, it inflicted more casualties on humanity than any other war. During the hostilities, numerous war crimes took place on all fronts, and even now the war remains an important topic in political discussions....

Power, Influence, and Communications Within a Military Setting

Introduction For any leader, it is vital to establish a connection with his or her subordinates in order to achieve a desirable result. There are five primary types of power that can be exercised to gain influence over others and successfully reach an objective, they include coercive, reward, legitimate, expert,...

“Why Men Fight” by Patton Review

Introduction The topics of war and peace have been of considerable time to people from times immemorial (JCS, 2009). This paper considers and compares three scholarly articles concerned with this topic, and namely with the questions of why people start fighting, why they stop the fight, and how the peace...

Hiroshima and Nagasaki: Pure or Justified Evil?

Introduction: The Bombing of Hiroshima and Nagasaki For many years the debate has been ongoing regarding the dropping of atomic bombs on Hiroshima and Nagasaki. While some argue that such an attack was needed to limit the subsequent number of casualties during World War II (further – WWII), others suggest...

World War I: Nationalism, Imperialism, Militarism

Introduction World War I occurred during the period of mid-1914 following the shooting of Franz Ferdinand, the Archduke of Austria. However, historical records present the war as a culmination of numerous factors, some of which could be traced to the nineteenth century, including the rise of nationalism, imperialism, and the...

World War II, Its Causes and Long-Term Effects

Introduction The Second World War was an upheaval that involved almost every region across the world from 1939 to 1945. Having claimed the lives of over 40 million people, this conflict must have been catalyzed by numerous unresolved issues that affected different parts of Europe for many years. The biggest...

World War II: Why Germans Lost and Allies Won

World War II began with Germany’s attack on Poland in 1939 and ended with the attack on Japan’s Hiroshima in 1945 with the atomic bomb. Several battles were fought during these six years, which led to the Allies’ success and the defeat of the Axis Powers. There are some causes...

Major Global Security Challenges and Prioritization Strategies

Introduction Throughout its history, humanity has faced problems that require urgent solutions. Some of them are of a limited, localized nature, while others affect large regions of the planet or the world as a whole. In the modern world, security is one of the most important issues facing humankind (Collins,...

Realist Theory View on World War II

The realist theory is used to evaluate international relations, and its basic principle is that states are the only actors with the power to affect international relationships. Additionally, during times of war, nations act as one voice; hence there is no internal division that would indicate the different viewpoints on...

Mission Command Principles in Combat: Operation Anaconda

Summary Operation Anaconda was conducted in Shaikot Valley, Afghanistan, in March 2002. It was fought in difficult mountain conditions and ended up with an American victory. More than 50 U.S. combatants were wounded, and eight were killed. The battle can be analyzed from the point of view of mission command...

Korean vs. Vietnam Wars Comparison

The Korean War lasted three years between 1950 and 1953, during which the communist portion of North Korea, reinforced by the support from the USSR and China, fought against the anti-communist population of South Korea. The war started when North Korea’s army invaded across the thirty-ninth parallel, which was the...

Chapter 4 of “Unfinished Journey” by W. H. Chafe

In the fourth chapter, Chafe addresses some of the issues that Americans faced in the postwar years starting from 1945 when World War II ended. This synopsis focuses on two social reform issues and opportunities that Americans hoped the end of the war would herald. The first issue is that...

Causes and Consequences of World War I

Introduction The WW I is considered one of the most devastating and horrible military conflicts in the history of humanity, which resulted in the creation of the new world order and the collapse of numerous states and empires. The new weapons and strategies contributed to the increased cruelty and led...

Second World War: Cause and Technology

Introduction This essay discusses the major cause of the Second World War. According to the case findings, the appeasement policy can be singled out as having prompted the start of the war. Further, the paper explains how the technological advancements in the Second World War have shaped modern warfare in...

The Treaty of Versailles: How Peace Terms After WWI Fueled Future Conflict

Introduction Two world wars were among the most devastating occurrences that humanity has ever experienced. When delving deeper into the causes and effects of the wars, especially on Germany, it is vital to see the consequences entailed by the peace treaties. For example, the Treaty of Versailles was a peace...

Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed Methods Research

Introduction It is hard to disagree that academic research plays a significant role in people’s lives. While not everyone realizes it, precisely credible research papers can test hypotheses that affect healthcare, find new ways to eliminate social issues and explore the negative and positive effects of technologies. In order for...

President Obama’s Legal Authority to Order Operation Geronimo

Introduction Because of his involvement in planning the 9/11 attacks, which resulted in the terrible deaths of many people, Bin Laden is notorious. In September 2010, the CIA took the lead after years of Military and intelligence personnel searching the world for bin Laden’s hiding place, according to Military (2022,...

The Battle of Beersheba Oct 31, 1917

Introduction The First World War (WW1) occurred from 1914 to 1918. It was fought by the Allied Powers and the Central Powers. The Ottoman Empire, Germany, Bulgaria, and Austria-Hungary, collectively known as Turkey, were all under Central Powers. Meanwhile, countries under Allied control included France, Russia, Italy, the United Kingdom,...

The Korean War and the Cold War

Introduction After World War II, the United States and other European countries had economic booms, and everything was going seemingly well. However, the U.S. and the USSR were ideological foes but had collaborated against Hitler. In 1945, the tension between the two superpowers exploded. A fight started due to Truman’s...

Origin and Course of the Cold War

Introduction The Cold War came as a consequence of conflict between capitalist and communist communities. Severe strife between non-communist and communist countries caused the Cold War. People named the war “Cold War” simply because the battle never caused hot or armed violence. During the end of the Second World War,...

World War II Was a Continuation of World War I

The Treaty of Versailles was the fundamental agreement which marked the end of World War 1 (WWI). However, it destabilized the German economy throughout the 1920s, and intense animosity between European powers resulted. Ordinary citizens of Germany believed that the country was betrayed by the politicians who signed what they...

Technology and Warfare

It has been a long-held view of many historical military strategists, as well as modern military historians, that despite changes in technology and their effect on the way war is practiced the fundamentals of warfare remain the same. Several modern strategists disagree, but their arguments are less than convincing. Though...

Enigma and Its Decoding

Introduction With the advent of telegraph and radio communications in the XX century, the interception of messages became commonplace. At the same time, the complexity of ciphers and volumes of correspondence significantly increased the risk of errors during encryption. The story of Enigma and its decoding might be among the...

My Father’s Country by Wibke Bruhns: Historical Review

Introduction The book My Father’s Country by Wibke Bruhns is a historical novel about difficult times. The author’s story is filled with details and facts that reflect her attitude and the feelings of her family members facing many problems due to the politics of their country. Wibke Bruhns, in her...

World War I: History and Causes

Introduction World War I was one of the most important events in the history of the world and globalization. According to Roe (2015), The First World War was in many senses an “apocalypse for the world that existed before 1914” (p. 1). It was truly the Great War, which involved...

WWII and Iraq War Comparative Analysis

Introduction Questions have arisen in the recent past whether Americans favor unilateral or multilateral foreign policy and if they really know what their country’s preference represents. This is particularly after the US invasion of Iraq that defied the United Nations stand. Several questions have emerged on whether the unilateralist policy...

Nationalism as a Cause of World War I

Introduction World War I is the greatest event that affected the world at the beginning of the 20th century. This paper will reveal some of its triggers and identify how the USA was engaged in the war. In particular, attention will be paid to the major forces that led to...

Iron Curtain Speech: History, Facts and Impact

The concern the western world had with the expansion of the Soviet Union is not based only on the U.S.S.R gaining more territory but also the spread of communism. The Cold War was, in essence, a battle of clashing ideologies between democracy and communism. It is due to this that...

Warfare Evolution Throughout History

Introduction with Thesis Statement Wars have been a part of human existence ever since the beginning of time. Starting from ancient times when humans first appeared as a species and started to form primitive societies, clashes between different groups. The causes of such clashes evolved alongside the forms and types...

Technological Advancements in World War I: Tools of Destruction and Survival

Introduction World War I is considered one of the deadliest wars in history, primarily because thousands of lives were lost during the war. At the heart of the massive destruction caused by the war were technological advances that the soldiers deployed against their rivals. Cutting-edge technology that was used in...

Failures of the Nuremberg and Tokyo Tribunals in Preventing Future War Crimes

Introduction After WWII, the victors established international military tribunals to try and punish those responsible for war crimes, crimes against humanity, and other violations of international law. It was hoped that holding trials at Nuremberg for Germany and Tokyo for Japan might bring justice to the millions of war victims,...

The Meaning of Global Jihad by Faisal Devji

Global jihad is a new phenomenon in the postmodern, post-Cold War world. Interest in Islam is on the rise, something is captivating the hearts and minds of Muslim people, but it is not Al-Qaeda. The end of coordinated terrorism can be observed while terrorist attacks are still performed by individuals...

Mission Command Principles Employed in Operation Anaconda

Introduction One of the world’s most historical military campaigns occurred in early 2002 and involved Afghanistan forces and American troops. Working with their colleagues, Central Intelligence Agency, paramilitary officers aimed to defeat Al-Qaeda and Taliban troops in the southeast of Zormat at the Shahi-Kot Valley and Arma Mountains on a...

Proxy Wars in the Middle East and Their Features

A proxy war refers to a situation when a superpower wages war in a conflict area but is not directly engaged in that war. An example of a proxy war in the Middle East is an armed conflict between Saudi Arabia and Yemen’s Houthi rebels, with the latter being supported...

“The Cold War: A New History”: Book Review

Introduction The Cold War was the defining feature of political history during the second half of the 20th century. Given its importance for shaping the political structures that continue to define the outlook of the contemporary world, it is no wonder that the topic continues to attract scholarly attention. John...

The 26/11 Terrorist Attack on Mumbai

The instance of a terrorist act is always a tragic occurrence since, especially when it results in a tremendous number of casualty and the deaths of innocent civilians. Although the very fact of a perpetrator threatening the lives of numerous people creates a sense of deeply seated insecurity within the...

The Killing Nurses of the Nazi Germany

The Third Reich is the embodiment of the Nazi Germany that was obsessed with the idea of building the perfect race. In Germans’ anticipations and hopes, this race would conduct the world by trespassing other territories, eliminating other nations that did not correspond to the immaculate race’s image, and refining...

World War II: Causes, Objectives, and Lessons Learned

What were Hitler’s reasons and objectives for starting down the road to war? Hitler sought to conquer new lands for the good of the Volk or German people to expand its territory and influence. The ultimate goal was focused on establishing the “Aryan” race as a superior nation in the...

Belize’s Military Capability

Introduction Belize has the bare-bones self-defense force that can only act defensively. Historically, Belize relied on the United Kingdom for protection from a possible invasion by Guatemala. After recognizing the independence of Belize, British forces left the country, leaving only a training base. Currently, Belize’s military includes two infantry battalions...

Japan After World War II: Main Events and Modifications

Introduction World War II represents a series of events that led to the contemporary global society, raised numerous challenges for the cultures, brought many sorrows and defeats, and became a turning point in world history. Different countries experienced various post-war consequences, which depended on which side the nations were on...

Waging Modern War by Wesley K. Clark

Introduction The book Waging Modern War: Bosnia, Kosovo, and the Future of Combat by General Wesley K. Clark is one of the most explicit documentation of the nature of war today, its blatant causes, its detrimental effects, and most importantly; how we can forge the way forward. Right from the...

Pacific Theater of World War II

Introduction Pacific theater of World War II is also referred to as the Asia Pacific War. The Japanese first dealt with the Pearl Harbor, it was then that they were able to obtain power in such a way that they could control the areas around the Pacific Ocean and the...

The Doctrine of Unconventional Warfare

The definition of unconventional war, although might not have changed during the last century, might present a concept which is more expanded than it was known before. In Janos (1963), an overview of the literature of the time outlined that there is uncertainty regarding an exact definition of the term....

The Israel-Palestinian Conflict and Its Solution

Introduction The Israel-Palestinian conflict is a dispute between Israel and Palestinians and has been going for a long time. Its root cause is the two entities trying to have control of the same piece of land. The conflict has a long history which dates back to 1850 when the land...

The Events of 9/11 from a Sociological Standpoint

September 11 aroused not only national grief, pride, and rage, but also a prevalent feeling of frustration at the way things were since the fall of communism. In the Cold War era, the United States had operated via a containment policy in an attempt to prevent the propagation of communism,...

Battle of the Bulge During World War II

Introduction World War II remains one of the most devastating conflicts in the recent history of humankind, and its effects still echo in modern society. Therefore, exploring the events of WWII will allow understanding the challenges of the contemporary political and economic choices made on the global scale better. The...

How Nazi Imperialism Would Reintroduce Slavery Across Europe

Germany’s quest to unify and organize Europe, coupled with establishing its rule across the continent, took a tragic turn as Nazis started the Second World War in 1939. The majority of European countries supported Germany’s efforts of a unified region. After World War I, the United States, Britain, and France...

The Role of Nationalism in the Two World Wars: Mann’s Insights

Nationalism is claimed to be one of the main causes of World War I. This article provides a critical analysis of the causal relationships between nationalism and World War I in different countries. The author found that the war was encouraged by elites and supported by the masses, but it...

The Treaty of Versailles: Historical Significance and Impact on Germany

How various provisions would hurt the economy Germany suffered great economic losses during the First World War, and the Treaty of Versailles compounded the problem. First, Germany was required to pay reparations of up to £6,600 billion, which the country could not afford at the time (Graebner & Bennett, 2011)....

Pan-Slavism and Nationalism as Causes of World War I

Both nationalism and imperialism were major forces that drove the alliances toward the war. The Pan-Slavic movement itself was not created specifically by Russia to achieve its political goals. It was originally coined by various Slavic intellectuals, and at the beginning of the XX century, František Palacký invited various historians...

The Bombing of Dresden: How This Decision Can or Cannot Be Justified

Introduction Many people say that at war, there are no entirely right or wrong actions or decisions. When the victory or defeat of entire nations is at stake, many politicians forget about issues of morality and ethics and can make controversial choices. Some later prove to be ethical and positive,...

The Terrorism Definition in International Law

One of the issues with combating terrorism is the absence of a definition that could be considered universal. Schmid (2004) proposes the following definition: Terrorism is an anxiety-inspiring method of repeated violent action, employed by (semi-) clandestine individual, group, or state actors, for idiosyncratic, criminal, or political reasons, whereby –...

Analysis of the Treaty of Versailles

The Treaty of Versailles is an official document that ended the First World War on June 28, 1919. This is the most important result of the Paris Peace Conference, in which most countries of the world discussed issues of cooperation and concluded truces. When signing the armistice, many German leaders...

Air Defense Artillery in World War II

The history of Air Defense Artillery (ADA) as an independent branch of the United States Army started on the 20th of June 1968. Before that, ADA had been part of the United States Army Coast Artillery Corps (CAC) and the Army’s Field Artillery Branch (FAB). ADA was part of CAC...

Ethical Responsibilities of Scientists

Undoubtedly, scientists are responsible for their inventions, and they should understand that their achievements may be both beneficial and harmful for humanity. Even if they create something in the name of technical progress, it is essential to foresee the possible consequences, such as the destruction of cities and deaths of...

Self-Defense Against the Attacks of Non-State Armed Group

Introduction The right of self-defense can be used by a country against non-state actors performing violent activities like terrorist attacks. International law generally allows defensive actions on the side of the damaged party, with several caveats, such as how the country to which the criminals belong reacts to their activities...

Clausewitz’s Center of Gravity in Warfighting Doctrine

Clausewitz was a notable general and a strategist who theorized about war and its essential elements. He focused on such aspects as defense, offense, and combat, actively using Buonaparte as an example due to them being contemporaries and enemies at one point (Clausewitz, 2020). The theorists suggested several new concepts...

World War II in the Pacific Region

While it is a common belief that the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor on February 7, 1941, was a massive success for the Axis forces, Imperial Japan failed to achieve all its objectives. As historians mention, Japan wanted to secure victory in the war with one decisive battle and two...

Second Battle of El Alamein

The second Battle of El Alamein is one of those battles that is still being discussed; especially many hypotheses are being built about whether General Rommel would have won over the British. The second Battle of El Alamein was a complex battle, in which, however, it was the outcome of...

The Second World War: Final Stage

The Second World War left a huge mark in history for many countries of the world. Almost every person has a relative who necessarily took part in the fighting. This essay is devoted to the final stage of the bloody war when the Western Front opened, and the rapid advance...

The American War for Independence

The American War for Independence marks one of the most important points in the history of the modern world. In addition to originating the American independence from Britain, the war significantly impacted the revolutionary movement across different countries and positively influenced the country’s economic development. In order to summarize thoughts...

Social Changes Caused by World War II

A tragedy of a massive scale that was World War II pushed human civilization into a new era that was marked by several shifts in societal norms. It has changed the way of life for numerous countries as they were left in a chaotic, exhausted state. However, World War II...

Supporting the Development of an Operational Approach as an Operations NCO

Joint Publication 5-0 defines an operational approach as “a commander’s description of the broad actions the force must take to achieve the desired military end state” (as cited in Burke et al., 2018, p. 44). It requires identifying desired conditions and how they may be achieved, as well as necessary...

World War I as a Total War

What Made WWI Different? World War I was a conflict the nations had never seen before. Over thirty countries lost millions of lives between 1914 and 1918, fighting for their ideals and principles. As a result, the great empires ended their existence, the political map was significantly reshaped, and the...

Russian Climate and German Progression in WWII

Introduction Russia occupies two continents; a large part of Eastern Europe and Northern Asia. The country’s climate is close to generally continental, even though as it rises from west to east the influence of the Atlantic Ocean reduces. Continental climate is found in the East Siberia and an Artic climate...

The Cold War: Reasons and Lessons

The six fallacies advocated by Schlesinger are: “the fallacy of over-interpreting the enemy, fallacy of over-institutionalizing the policy, fallacy of arrogant prediction, fallacy of national self-righteousness, reduction of the Cold War to a bilateral game between the US and the Soviet Union, and the fallacy of a zero-sum game” (p.364-367)....

World War I: Prerequisites and Consequences

Introduction Involving countries in military conflicts always implies certain circumstances that directly affect the specific interests of states. World War I is an example of how political ideologies and movements can influence the course of history and people’s perception of current events. The participation of different countries in this global...

Analyzing the Ku Klux Klan: Terroristic Features and Societal Impact

Introduction The infamous Ku Klux Klan is an example of when an organization with clear terrorist overtones has not been officially recognized as terroristic. It should be noted that the supporters of the clan terrorized and killed no fewer Americans than the Islamic terrorists. Despite this fact, the oldest American...

South Sudan Civil War, UN Intervention, and International Mediation Strategies

Introduction The Civil War in South Sudan is Africa’s most prolonged armed conflict. Although the conflict emerged in 2013, the involved parties tried to sign additional agreements, but none helped terminate it entirely. Since the direct actors of this war, such as Sudan’s government, armed forces, and people’s movements, cannot...

Nazi Occupation Policies, Resistance Movements, and Military Turning Points in Eastern Europe

Nazi-Occupied Eastern Europe Genocide After the occupation of Poland in 1939, Germany began to introduce a new policy in these territories. These actions aimed to turn Poland into a modern Nazi state (Damoosebelly, 2009a). Even though there were minor differences in the implemented policy in different regions of Poland, its...

Ethnicity and Nationalism in the Bosnian War: Roots, Tensions, and Consequences

Introduction The role of ethnicity in conflict has become the main focus of political science, sociology, and international relations. Kaufman (2001) has examined how ethnicity can induce and fuel conflict and the conditions under which ethnic variances can be accomplished peacefully. The war in Bosnia and Herzegovina offers a useful...

The Holocaust: Victims, Collaborators, and Historical Complexity

Background One of the worst historical occurrences in a time of intense antagonism and violence was the Holocaust. Nazi ideology denigrated all other races and emphasized that Germans were descended from the Aryan race. Jews were considered Nazi Germany’s foes and a threat to its survival. The Holocaust can only...

Justification of President Obama’s Authorization of Operation Geronimo

Justification for the Elimination of Osama bin Laden From my perspective, Obama’s directive to eliminate Osama bin Laden was appropriate. Terrorist crimes encroach on the life and health of people, endanger the security of the entire State, disorganize the political situation, and disrupt stability in society. In this regard, various...

Causes of the Vietnam War and Its Impact on the Community

Introduction This essay examines the causes of the Vietnam War, including the role of Cold War politics and the failure of US strategy. It will also explore how the war affected the communities involved. The fear of communist ideology caused the war and severely impacted the community by promoting death,...

Ku Klux Klan: Domestic Terrorism, White Supremacy, and Historical Violence

Introduction The Ku Klux Klan (KKK) is a United States terrorist organization that emerged right after the end of the Civil War. It implemented such measures as intimidation, violence, and murder in order to maintain white supremacy in the Southern government and social life in general. While organizations such as ISIS,...

Controversy over the 1945 Allied Airstrike on Dresden: Unnecessary Violence and Civilian Impact

Abstract Both historians and military veterans have argued passionately about the 1945 Allied airstrike in Dresden, Germany. The Allied air raid on Dresden was an unnecessary act of violence that should have been avoided (Webb, 2022). The Allies possessed intelligence suggesting that the bombing would cause numerous civilian casualties, but...

The Battle of the Somme: A Tragic Turning Point in World War I

Introduction World War I was the first major international conflict of the twentieth century. Historians describe the battle, which took place on the French Somme River, as the bloodiest in military history. The reports speak of colossal casualties as the number of dead, wounded, and captured soldiers of all warring...

The Israel-Palestine Conflict: Historical, Religious, and Cultural Perspectives

Introduction Many nations have a long history of mutual relationships. They can be full of prosperity and well-being and conflicts and controversies. Among them, one can highlight the history of Israel and Palestine. The two countries have different views on faith and the right way of living. In addition, the...

Terrorism: Impacts on Rights, Jurisdiction, and Daily Life

Introduction In the contemporary world, the issue of terrorism has become one of the central disturbing norms of concern. This essay explains the involved elements and the inferences while addressing the rights of victims and perpetrators. It also focuses on the need for a universal understanding of terrorism for fair...

Russia-Ukraine War: Cold War Parallels, Economic and Political Impacts

Introduction The Russia-Ukraine war is a significant historical moment where the world finds itself in a familiar conflict-driven situation. The war, in many ways, mirrors the Cold War, where the Soviet Union was the party pushing for changes in the world. History is a crucial component of our lives, as...

The Threat of Nuclear vs. Biological Weapons: Which Poses a Greater Danger?

Nuclear Weapons In my opinion, the most significant danger presented by a weapon of mass destruction is that of a nuclear weapon. Nuclear weapons are the most potent form of mass destruction and have the capability to cause widespread devastation on an enormous scale. They can inflict severe physical damage...

The Impact of World War I: Political, Social, and Technological Transformations

Introduction The Great War, usually called World War I, began in 1914. Archduke Franz Ferdinand, the future heir to the Austro-Hungarian crown, was killed on Jun 28, 1914, in Sarajevo by Princip Gavrilo, a 19-year-old Slav citizen (Epic History TV 2022). The assassination of Ferdinand sparked a conflict that raged...

The Iraq War (2003–2011): Causes, Opposition, and Impact

Introduction The Iraq War, sometimes known as the Second Gulf War, was a global battle that took place between the years 2003 and 2011. This fight had weighty consequences for the geopolitical landscape of the Middle East and its influence on world politics and the field of international relations. There...

How WWI Propaganda and the Treaty of Versailles Led to WWII Unrest

Introduction World War I, also known as the Great War, was a global conflict that emerged due to deep-rooted tensions among European powers based on intricate political alliances and imperialistic ambitions. The war was ignited by the assassination of Archduke Franz Ferdinand of Austria-Hungary in June 1914. There rose a...

Oklahoma City Bombing and Fort Hood Shooting’s Terrorism Impact

Introduction 9/11 marks a significant turning point in how the United States views terrorism. The event occurred when the world was experiencing a period of declining terrorist attacks. This paper compares the Oklahoma City bombing (1995) and the Fort Hood shooting (2009). The events are selected for analysis as they...

The Central Powers in World War I: Causes and the Downfall of Austria-Hungary

Introduction The First World War was a conflict that engulfed the globe, pitting some of the most powerful countries in the world against each other in an attempt to achieve dominance. At the center of this conflict were the Central Powers, a military coalition that included Germany, Austria-Hungary, the Ottoman...

Holocaust: Jewish Refugees, Communities, and Anti-Semitism

Introduction The Holocaust left behind severe wounds that took a long time to heal. Among the survivors, many did not return home because someone lost their family or neighbors condemned someone. As a result, by the end of the 1940s, thousands of refugees, migrants, and former prisoners of war were...

Domestic Terrorism: Evolution from Oklahoma City to Boston Marathon

Introduction Domestic terrorist attacks are not novel and can be observed in countless countries. Nowadays, it can be seen that the purpose of these attacks varies, from extremist religious views to the desire for revenge. However, the destruction and mental as well as physical damages of these events are undeniable....

Principles of Homeland Security and Domestic Terrorism: A Comprehensive Overview

Bullock, J., Haddow, G., P. & Coppola, D. P. (2020). Introduction to homeland security: Principles of all-hazards risk management. Elsevier Science. The source is a comprehensive analysis of the principles and practices of homeland security. The book provides an in-depth understanding of the different threats the United States faces, including...

Analysis of Lone Wolf Terror Attacks in the US and Australia

Synopsis of the Events One of the recent events of the lone war terror attack in the US is the shooting in a grocery store in Buffalo, New York. The incursion was racially motivated as Payton Gendron, an 18-year-old, set out on the afternoon of Saturday, May 14, 2022, to...

Evaluation of US Strategies in World War II: Mobilization, Lend-Lease, and the Atomic Bomb

Military Strategies Utilized by the United States and Allies to Secure Victory in the War The US was officially engaged in the WW2 conflict after the Japanese attacked Pearl Harbor on December 7th, 1941. The strategies encapsulated the European and Pacific theaters of war, including technological, military, and economic ways...

State-Sponsored Terrorism: Typologies, Ideologies, and U.S. Sanctions

Terrorism Typologies State Terrorism State terrorism, state-enabled terrorism, and state-sponsored terrorism are interrelated because they all perpetrate acts of violence and intimidation. The term “state terrorism” describes intimidation and violent acts of terrorism committed by one state against another nation or its people. Governments frequently employ state terrorism to quell...

Terrorism, Its Prevention and Impact on Muslim Communities

Global Terrorism and Racial Profiling The current situation is complicated by the accelerating development of humankind, globalization, and the digitalization of all processes. Thus, the possibilities of communicating one’s own views and conflicts on geopolitical, social, or religious grounds have increased. One such problem of the present time is terrorism,...

The Oklahoma City Bombing: Timothy McVeigh’s Extremism, Ideology, and Moral Convictions

Introduction The Oklahoma City bombing, one of the worst acts of domestic terrorism in American history, was carried out by American Timothy McVeigh. At least 168 individuals lost their lives as a result of the bombing incident (Linder, 2006). McVeigh’s philosophy, which was based on white supremacy and anti-government radicalism,...

Operation Geronimo Against Terrorism

In May 2011, former US President Obama ordered an operation that eliminated the world’s most dangerous terrorist, Osama bin Laden. The process, known as “Geronimo,” was a welcome success in the fight against terrorism, but it also raised many questions and controversy in the US and beyond. Critics argued that...

The Treaty of Versailles: Consequences of World War I and Its Lasting Impact

Introduction World War I was one of the most destructive warfares in history. It did not start because of an accident or a diplomatic mistake since it resulted from cooperation between the governments of imperial Germany and Austria-Hungary, who sought to start a war hoping Britain would stay away. When...

Causes and Consequences of Terrorism in South America: Colombia and Peru

Introduction South America is not considered a major terrorist region globally. However, a few countries report significant domestic disturbances caused by insurgent groups seeking specific objectives. The groups have set bases in Colombia and Peru, carrying out terrorist activities through war, violence, and ideological impacts. Colombia is home to the...

Discussion: Terrorism in South America

Introduction Terrorism is a significant threat to domestic and global security. The is no universal definition for terrorism as different actors define the term according to varying considerations. The latest publication of the Global Terrorism Index (GTI) 2022 adopts the terminology defined by Terrorism Tracker (Rise to Peace, 2022). The...

Operation Anaconda: Military Campaign in Afghanistan

Introduction Operation Anaconda was a coordinated military action campaign in Afghanistan. The operation was part of the War in Afghanistan. The operation stretched from March 1st to March 18th, 2002. The main goal of the operation has been the destruction of the al-Qaeda and Taliban organizations. Operation Anaconda was a...

President’s Legal Authority to Order Operation Geronimo

In accordance with domestic and international law, authorities have priorities of protecting the state and citizens against any potential threats. Among such instances when efforts had to be made in order to protect the nations was Operation Geronimo. All levels of the United States government have supported the classification of...

Elimination of Osama bin Laden

Operation Geronimo is an operation carried out by the US Navy SEALs to eliminate Osama bin Laden. He was a member and leader of the Islamist terrorist organization Al Qaeda. As a result of an operation at his home in 2011, he was liquidated along with his son, a courier,...

Continuity Plan for Houston City in the Event of a Terrorist Attack

Introduction Terrorist attacks are as unpredictable as they are devastating. In many cases, they can cause infrastructural damage, deaths, and mass casualty situations that can disrupt typical civilian operations (Søby, 2020). Houston City in Texas is the fourth most populous city in the USA with about six and a half...

The Role of Air Defense Artillery in the Gulf War

On the night of August 2, 1990, Iraqi military forces invaded the territory of the neighboring state of Kuwait from the northern border. The main reason for this invasion was the Iraqi side’s claim to Kuwaiti territory as a subject emirate (Moger, 2021). This military conflict between the two states...

The ‘Rosie the Riveter’ Campaign During World War II

Introduction It is important to note that During World War II, the United States government launched a campaign to recruit women to work in factories and other industries to support the war effort. This campaign, known as ‘Rosie the Riveter,’ led to a significant increase in the number of women...

The Patriot Act as an Anti-Terrorism Policy

Terrorism is the use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims. This can include acts such as bombings, kidnappings, hijackings, and mass shootings, and is often carried out by non-state actors such as extremist groups. The goal of terrorism is to create fear and disrupt the normal...

The Economic, Socio-Cultural, and Political Causes of World War I

Introduction World War I was an international conflict that ensued between the central powers (Germany, Austria, Hungary, and Turkey) one hand against the allies (France, Great Britain, Russia, Italy, Japan, and the United States). It started in 1914 and stretched all through to 1918 and it contributed to the destabilization...

The Battle of the Somme: A Bloody Symbol of World War I

Beginning as an Allied attack on German troops throughout the Western Front of World War I, close to the Somme River, the Battle of the Somme lasted between July and November 1916. British troops had more than 57,000 fatalities, along with more than 19,000 people killed, on the opening day...

How International Terrorism Threats Transformed American Political Landscape

International terrorism consists of violent or harmful activities to human life that violate the criminal laws of the United States or any state, or would constitute a criminal offense if conducted within the authority of the United States or any state. These actions are meant to frighten or coerce a...

Domestic Terrorism in the United States

Terrorism has become a serious and broad issue for the security of the United States since the 9/11 attacks. Foreign terrorist organizations create a hazard of international terrorism and represent a challenging problem as they obtain significant financial resources and power (FBI, n.d.). At the same time, there is a...

World War II: The Rise and Fall of Female Labor Force Participation

WWII is one of the most controversial events in history because of the damage and development it caused. Millions of people died on the front, but numerous scientific and technological advancements were also discovered. One of the initial reasons for the conflict originated in the tension between the countries for...

Community Policing Combating Terrorism

Introduction Terrorism has contributed to increased cases of violence, conflict, injuries and loss of innocent lives indicating a great need for effective interventions. This paper will discuss the notion of terrorism and effective ways to combat. While a number of notions of terrorism have been adopted, researchers cannot come to...

The Cruelty of the Lebensborn Program

Introduction The Holocaust is one of the most traumatic and terrible chapters in human history. The policy of Nazi Germany was the result of many psychological issues of many generations, divided families, and left a big mark in history. One of the significant parts of this period is the Lebensborn...

Terrorism and War Crimes in the Battle of Algiers

Introduction In the middle of the twentieth century, Algiers became a battleground between French authorities and Algerian insurrectionists. The National Liberation Front (FLN) quickly turned into a severe problem for the occupying nation, as their resistance led to numerous bloodsheds, as shown in the movie The Battle of Algiers (Pontecorvo)....

Reinhard Heydrich and the Final Solution

The topic I would like to know more about is Reinhard Heydrich’s involvement in the final solution and his hatred towards the Jews, as well as his assassination history. Reinhard Heydrich was a high-ranking Nazi official and one of the main architects of the Holocaust. He was born in 1904...

World War II: The Influence on Japan

Introduction It is important to note that Japan experienced a major shift in its economy, politics, legal framework, culture, and society as a direct result of World War II. The given analysis will narrowly and specifically focus on the political-legal environment impact of WWII and changes directly linked to the...

How Woodrow Wilson Led the US to Involvement in World War I

Introduction From the beginning of the First World War in 1914, the United States did not interfere in the course of events, taking a neutral position. President Woodrow Wilson combined legalism, moralism, and idealism to argue for US entry into World War I. In the beginning, Wilson was against the...

Connection Between Criminal and Terrorism Organization

Introduction It is no longer a robust surprise that there is a strong connection between criminal and terrorist organizations. A criminal organization is a proceeding criminal endeavor that reasonably attempts to benefit from illegal exercises often in the extraordinary public interest. Its proceeding is kept up with through the defilement...

Analysis of Cults in Modern Society

Introduction Creating new radical groups is a common social and political activity in many countries today. In the United States, many militia groups develop their ideologies against the federal government to criticize the chosen techniques and policies and impose some threats related to public events (McCarthy, 2021). Some activities are...

Afghanistan and Global Counterterrorism

Afghanistan has long been known for its increased levels of terrorism across the whole land, which is the primary reason for the US government’s decision to assist the country’s administration. In fact, the government of the USA and Afghanistan deemed it reasonable to unite their effort to decrease terrorism on...

The Case of the 2015 Terrorist Attack in Paris: Bombing Investigation

Introduction Explosive devices are often chosen by terrorists as the main weapon of destruction. There are several reasons why terrorist groups specifically use explosives in their acts. Firstly, explosives offer significant potential for destruction, which guarantees terrorists a higher number of victims and draws more attention to the message the...

Japan’s Position Regarding World War II

World War II is one of the most studied conflicts in human history. There are many works considering the causes of the conflict, as well as various aspects of its course. However, rather limited attention is paid to the consideration of social aspects, as well as the attitude of citizens...

British Anti-Terrorist Structures

Introduction The events of recent years, the assistance of European governments to terrorist organizations in the fight against even prominent political figures, prove that, unfortunately, terrorism has become an acceptable tool in the struggle for spheres of geopolitical influence. Instability circles the western part of Eurasia from the south in...

The Halifax Harbor Explosion: History of the Atlantic Region

The world has witnessed a few incidences where explosions caused by the human race have claimed many lives and caused wide-scale destruction. The Hiroshima bombing is recorded as the largest man-made explosion of all time. Before this incident, in 1917, the world witnessed the first largest-ever explosion. It happened in...

The Ansar Al-Din Terrorist Organization’s Activities

Abstract Today, more than ever, it is essential to understand the origins and causes of terrorism worldwide. The purpose of the paper is to study the Ansar al-Din organization, its goals, origins, ideology, and funding. In addition, as part of this study, a potential terrorist attack on the infrastructure of...