Warfare - Essay Example

Download file to see previous pages... Warfare was not restricted to any one people group; almost every society saw warfare as a means to an end. Whereas as now we have global peace organizations, such as the United Nations, to prevent war from occurring by engaging in constructive dialogue, warfare was seen as a way of sending a message. If there was no response, then the advancing people group would extend their boundaries. However, if there was anger against such a provocative move, a direct military response would result.
Warfare did not involve a lot of planning before 1500 CE because the technological knowhow was not yet in place. Raids on other people groups were generally decided on a whim. There was really no thought of the consequences that may ensue after attacking an enemy’s land. Once the opposition retaliated, the fighting went on back and forth, resulting in the loss of countless ...Download file to see next pagesRead More