Essays On Politics

The military has the monopoly of force and is the most organized sector of a states employees. The chance of a coup and subsequently a military government is far more likely if the country is suffering from internal strife and this has been the pattern for many developing and post colonial nations. It is after […]

The purpose of this essay is to assess the involvement of Carthage and Rome in the three Punic Wars. The examination encompasses different aspects, including the conflicts that arose between these two nations after the Pyrrhic War and Roman control over southern Italy; the inevitable likelihood of war between these formidable entities; and the factors […]

Air power is a relatively modern addition to the arsenals of the armies and defense forces of the World. The first powered, controlled and sustained human flight in a ‘heavier than air craft’ was made in 1903 by the Wright brothers1. Though barely a century old, this new addition has transformed the nature of warfare, […]

The Argentine invasion of the British controlled Falkland Islands in April 1982 transformed the South Atlantic into a grand military battlefield that would captivate the world’s attention for the next seventy four days (Gibran, 2007:5). The War raised a number of compelling issues within the realm of international relations including territorial conflict and the continuous […]

There has been much discussion surrounding the occurrence of a military revolution during the early modern period and its timing. As per The New Oxford Dictionary vol. 2 (1976), a revolution entails bringing about complete and fundamental change through forceful replacement of old governance or rulership with new leadership [1]. This definition implies that a […]

Starting as a hunting activity, archery in the modern day world of sports has become more of an entertainment sport. It uses arrows and bows to reach a decided target. A player or practitioner of archery is typically called an archer; he can even be called a bowman. However, an enthusiast or an expert of […]

The Port Chicago Disaster occurred on July 24, 1944 when Captain W. wrote a memorandum. In a report to Rear Admiral W. R. Purnell, USN, S. Parsons detailed the most devastating explosion known to have occurred on American land up until that point in time. Captain Parsons was chosen for the job of Liaison Officer […]

Very few words Invoke such strong and conflicting reactions. War demands honor and death. War offers hope and despair. War creates the ultimate challenge and the pinnacle of defeat. Throughout history, man struggles to understand war and its impact on the people engaged in its horrors. Paul Beamer, the protagonist in Erich Maria Armature’s historical […]

World War l, countless soldiers naively enlisted into the army, unaware of the harsh realities that lied before them. In the novel, All Quiet on the Western Front, Erich Maria Armature tells the story of Paul Beamer, a German soldier stationed In northeastern France. This was a time period when war was unjustly glorified and […]

Former Canadian Prime Minister Lester B. Pearson’s personality provided him with the mental fortitude to remain calm during the Suez Canal Crisis despite his reserved disposition. Nevertheless, he had a quick wit and sense of humor that often defused tense situations. When overwhelmed by preparations for the crisis, he lightened the mood with his jokes […]

Drones, also referred to as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs), have become an indispensable tool for the US military as they enable surveillance and targeted attacks without jeopardizing soldiers’ safety. The use of drones traces back to Austria in the mid-1800s when remote-controlled balloons carrying bombs were used for attacking enemies. In the Vietnam War, secret […]

Catch 22 is a satirical war novel that was written in the 1950’s. but was published in 1961. Joseph Heller, the American writer, was known for his novels to stand for a amusing vision of modern society with serious moral connexions. His major subject throughout his authorship is the struggle that occurs when persons interact […]

In order to take a closer expression at the “ Do n’t Ask, Do n’t State ” ( DADT ) policy, this paper shall look at the history, ends and some of the implicit in doctrines of the policy. Following, there will be a reappraisal of some of the critical issues associated with the “ […]

Military households are besides subjected to alone stressors. such as frequent geographical resettlements. frequent separations of service members from households. and subsequent reorganisations of household life during reunions. One of the most riotous stressors military households can confront is the reintegration following the deployment. There are several major undertakings which face returning service members when […]

Joseph GallagherJoseph Thorabold Gallagher was born on July 1, 1893 in Quispamsis, New Brunswick (King’s County). Gallagher was a single man who enlisted on March 30, 1915 in Fredericton, New Brunswick. Gallagher was a young 21 year old, approximately 5-foot-8 with blue eyes and black hair. He came from a family of six, including his […]

The American submarine force will celebrate its 100th year of service in the year 2000, showcasing the expertise of highly skilled individuals who operate advanced vessels. Throughout the past century, this force has made significant advancements in submersible warfare and introduced nuclear propulsion, resulting in the development of true submarines. These submarines played a critical […]

Paul Revere was an American patriot who, in 1775, carried news to Lexington of the approach of the British. He warned the patriot leaders, Samuel Adams and Johh Hancock of their danger and called the citizens of the countryside to arms. This was the inspirations of Henry Wadsworth Longfellow’s poem “Paul Revere’s Ride”. (Martin 266-267) […]

The Cuban Missile Crisis, occurring from October 16 to October 28, 1962, is widely recognized as the most critical moment in history where nuclear war was on the verge. It involved the United States and the Soviet Union facing a potential devastating conflict with each other. This crisis emerged due to two main concerns: the […]

The Battle of Stalingrad and the Battle of Normandy were significant battles in World War II. The Battle of Stalingrad was a crucial victory for the Soviet Union, halting Germany’s eastward advance. In contrast, Normandy served as the starting point for a successful European campaign. These events had profound implications for the war’s outcome. In […]

“I want the same thing that others want, the same thing that every other person who came here and shared their deepest feelings and dedicated all of their efforts wants: our country to show the same love for us as we show for it,” Rambo / First Blood Part II (George P. Cosmatos, 1985) represents […]

General George Meade achieved significant accomplishments throughout his military career. As the general for the Second Battle of Bull Run, he led the North to victory against General Lee, which had a substantial impact on the war’s progression. Despite unfavorable weather conditions, including heavy fog and rain, Meade successfully defeated Lee at this battle. In […]

The ongoing NATO bombing of Kosovo is expected to end soon as peace talks are currently underway, despite some accidental hits on civilian areas. These bombings are seen as justified due to the atrocities occurring in the region. However, Serbian President Milosevic remains resistant to complying with mandates that would stop the bombings. If a […]