This document outlines common reasons for war such as economic gain, territorial expansion, and religion. It lists famous wars in world history like the Napoleonic Wars and World War I, as well as the worst wars like the Mongol conquests and World War II. While wars can spur economic growth and technology, they often result in massive casualties, environmental damage, and patriotic propaganda at the cost of liberty. Post-war problems then arise for both the public and countries involved.
This document outlines common reasons for war such as economic gain, territorial expansion, and religion. It lists famous wars in world history like the Napoleonic Wars and World War I, as well as the worst wars like the Mongol conquests and World War II. While wars can spur economic growth and technology, they often result in massive casualties, environmental damage, and patriotic propaganda at the cost of liberty. Post-war problems then arise for both the public and countries involved.
This document outlines common reasons for war such as economic gain, territorial expansion, and religion. It lists famous wars in world history like the Napoleonic Wars and World War I, as well as the worst wars like the Mongol conquests and World War II. While wars can spur economic growth and technology, they often result in massive casualties, environmental damage, and patriotic propaganda at the cost of liberty. Post-war problems then arise for both the public and countries involved.
This document outlines common reasons for war such as economic gain, territorial expansion, and religion. It lists famous wars in world history like the Napoleonic Wars and World War I, as well as the worst wars like the Mongol conquests and World War II. While wars can spur economic growth and technology, they often result in massive casualties, environmental damage, and patriotic propaganda at the cost of liberty. Post-war problems then arise for both the public and countries involved.
i. Economic gain ii. Territorial gain iii. Religion iv. Nationalism v. Revenge vi. Civil war vii. Revolutionary war viii. Defensive war
Famous Wars in World History
• Napoleonic wars • Dungan wars • World war I • Lushan rebellion • Thirty years war • Russian civil wars
Worst War in World History
• Mongol conquest • Taiping rebellion • World war II
Pros and cons
1. Advantages • Economic growth • Technological advancement • The aftermath of winning 2. Disadvantages • The obvious casualties • Hatred and propaganda • Environmental damage • What if the “bad guy” wins • Liberty takes a back seat to patriotism