...million soldiers making the British army/ side much bigger and stronger than it had been before – which now meant that Germany were outnumbered. It also meant that the allies (British) had much better weapons as the Americans brought them over with them. The Americans had good weapons because they had a lot of money and could afford to buy new technology and the best of the best. However when America entered the war it took them a long time to build up their army where it was needed in France and by this time Russia retreated giving Germany the perfect opportunity to move more troops into France and once again gain power of the war. So America going into the war wasn’t important in Germany loosing the war because Germany ended up coming out on top because the Russians retreated making both sides almost equal again. This shows that this was not the main reason that Germany lost the war because at the end of this the Germans were equal with the allies. Another reason which would contribute to Germany loosing the war would be because of Allies and technology. In 1918 the allies had amazing communications and transport systems, they also had really good strong machinery which didn’t break down – the allies also could/ did improve their machinery/ weapons regularly. The allies weapons were great they were accurate and smart in the way they had been designed e.g. Planes dropping bombs and big guns could create smoke screen so that they could begin an attack without being noticed until...
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...Failed and weak states are posing greater security threats to the world than it were ever imagined. The collapse of autonomy and sovereignty among states is therefore a susceptible situation in the modern world. Developed states like the United States and other notable security sensitive nations are focusing their security efforts towards the failed states. This is mainly because these weak states have become breeding sites for criminal activities, and terrorist groups have established strong bases in such countries. The challenges posed by these failed states on security issues are far-reaching, and reliable measures have to be taken in order to safeguard the safety of the global population. Many forms of transnational security threats have emerged, and international peace has persistently been compromised by this trend. Solomon Islands, Somalia, Afghanistan and Sudan are good examples of failed countries that have contributed in several ways to transnational insecurity (Wyler, 2010). This essay explores the issue of transnational security threats from failed states. In detail, this paper illustrates the specific security challenges that failed states have posed on the traditional security concerns in the world. While the failure of states is attributed to struggles for political liberalism, the lack of sovereignty and autonomy are the major factors contributing to collapse in some states (Bar-Joseph. 2001). Fragile or failed states are defined as nations which face extreme...
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...Fully automatic weapons should be legal because even though they do more damage than semi-automatic weapons they are not the cause for mass murder. It is not the gun that kills people it is people that kill people. If fully automatic guns were legal you would have to do background checks on the people that are buying them. That would lower mass murder by a lot. People should be able to defend themselves better. Even though any gun can be used to defend yourself. Well what if the world or your country goes to war and your city or state is right smack in the middle of it? Wouldn’t you want a gun that is good enough to protect you and your family? People think AK-47’s and Uzi’s are the leading cause of mass murder and that they are terrorist guns, well think, if a person went and bought an AK-47 would that make them a terrorist? No, it would not. Fully automatic weapons may not be a necessity it is more about being able to...
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...-Magic Carpet trip around the world in 40 minutes. -SECURITY -Europe -> Security Challenges; airlines served Europe, they put less money into their air security. -Saudi Arabia -> concerned about oil out of control. Could hurt badly. Instability is there in general. Iran and Saudi Arabia= enemies . Nuclear weapons. -Persian Gulf-> -Iran sponsors terrorism, better than Alkada. Doesn’t believe in the state of Israel and they pursue nuclear weapons. Iranian Sheia endure pain Conflict with Iran and Israel -Afghanistan & Pakistan-> both governments are weak in not providing services -weak economy, and the floods only worsened this -also terrorists threat to kill/replace governments -nuclear weapons Afghan -situation where their President reelection frauds, lots of candidates (this is positive), Nader is responsible for security in Afghan. -Need connection between police, army and President or no people will follow -If vote, were threatened to be killed, so the women would dress as mourners to vote. They want to change their government. They want improvement. They want a good government. Iraq- 50,000 troops there. Iraqis can handle their own internal security. Violence is there because of uncertainty about where the government is going. -French foreign minister says positive things about Iraq (first foreign power to do so) “The democratic Iraq has potential for changing dynamics in the middle east.” (Because the middle east with Israel...
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...In Aztec times, their self made weapons changed dramatically after the arrival of the Spanish. The Spanish gave The Aztecs stronger and more reliable weapons which intern made hunting, sacrificing and protecting themselves more efficient. There are a few long and short term effects between the Aztecs and the Spanish. This essay will explain the short and long term effects of the arrival of the Spanish, the weapons, gold and Aztec warfare. The Aztecs worshiped many gods, one of these gods, was Quetzacotl. The Aztecs believed that on his birthday, he would appear before them on their Island of Mesoamerica in the flesh. Consequently when Hernando Cortez and his ships arrived on shore on the birthday of Quetzacotl, the Aztecs believed, “Quetzacotl”...
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... economic trouble and weak leadership. The people tried to accomplish change through storming in the Bastille, National Assembly and the women’s march on Versaille. The Revolution resulted in the death of the king, rise of Napoleon and congress of Vienna; which revealed that revolution did not lead to change in France. Starvation, economic problems as well as weak leadership led people to want change. People wanted to fix starvation because bread prices were expensive. Another problem they wanted to change was the problems of the economy because taxes were too high for the peasants. The women’s march on Versaille was an interesting march because it included thousands of women furious over how high bread prices were. These women carried weapons such as; knifes axes, and pitch forks to kill guards when they broke into the palace. One last problem they had to fix was weak leadership from Louis and Marie. Louis would react slow when problems would break out, as for Marie she would spend the money as if money grew on trees. Buying clothes, throwing parties and splurging her-self with jewelry would be the things she would spend the money on. Revealing how people tried to bring about change of government, society was the events of the storming of the Bastille, National Assembly and the women’s march on Versaille. The storming of the Bastille was an interesting attack towards Louis swiss guards because peasants broke into the Bastille that held many weapons. While the peasants were...
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...the continued drug epidemic, domestic violence, child abuse, poverty, gangs, and prostitution (with the exception of Nevada). Unfortunately though, the United States’ stance on legal activities crossing from their own governance into neighboring states where the activity is illegal is not held with the same level of concern or dedication. A primary example of this double standard can be seen on the Mexican-United States border. This is not in reference to the debris from the giant wall being built on the Mexican border falling to the southern side, the young Americans fleeing across the borders to intoxicate themselves, or even the revolution of McDonalds springing up in towns throughout Mexico; but instead to the small arms and light weapons trafficking continually flowing down from the border states into Mexico causing alarming murder rates, economical, and governance issues. Even with the heavy arms trafficking having a connection with the drug cartels’ trafficking up to the United States dating back to the 1920s, it comes as quite a surprise at the lack of attention and funds given to curve this nexus of arms and drug trafficking across the Mexican-American border up until recently. "United States has a moral responsibility to...
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...It is described that the weapon focus effect is when a witness of a crime that was committed with an armed offender stays focused on the weapon and not the offender. Since the witness stays so focused on the weapon they cannot recall correct details about the offender when reporting the crime. However, if there is not a weapon involved then the witness is more likely to recall details about the offender. There have been many studies conducted involving the weapon focus effect. Each study consist of different variables to better understand the weapon focus effect. Researchers have changed the types of people involved, the places in which the study is conducted and the way each people experiences the effect. Theories have been made in regards to why weapon focus effect occurs. A hypothesis called cue-utilisation says that because weapons are known...
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...Summary: In many countries around the world, conscription is questionable. Colonel R J Blythe (2010) is the author of “Bring back conscription” believes that going to military should be compulsory because of the benefits which bring to the individual and society. On the other hand, Dennis De Souza (2010) argues in “Conscription? No way!” that people should not be forced into conscription because it might not be necessary and there are always other alternative services. Firstly, both of these authors agree that when people take conscription, they will be taught self-discipline and a number of useful life skills such as teamwork and leadership. Blythe supposes that people can test themselves throughout the physical and mental challenges. Whereas, De Souza argues that the army has interesting recruitment such as ‘Join the Army and see the world’ or ‘ Learn a new skill in the Army’ but does not mentions about any negative things such as killing people or being killed. In the second argument, Blythe claims that people can gain practical job-related skills which will be taught by top professionals and these skills will be useful in the real life after military services. From De Souza’s point of view, he states that focusing on building a strong army can lead to the unnecessary threats to the country’s neighbors and it might end up triggering a war between the countries. Thirdly, Blythe also states that conscription is gain more knowledge and have wider perspective, he supports his...
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...the law giving Illinois Residents the option to carry a weapon on their persons passed last year. Gun violence in our society has increased rapidly over the past couple of years. Many people would argue that the newly signed laws regarding residents being able to carry a concealed weapon contribute to that increase. Guns are not meant to be used as toys for individuals but yet so many people abuse the privilege of owning a gun. It takes true knowledge to maneuver a gun correctly and responsibly. This may be a touchy subject for some, but how many people actually have taken the time to think about the pros and cons of the conceal and carry a weapon law? When...
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...associated with knights of the medieval ages. This term was used during the 11th and 12th century. The code of chivalry is a code of conduct that reflected bravery and service to others. This code of conduct was expected of the medieval knights. In his book, La Chevalerie, Leon Gautier wrote the ten commandments of chivalry which were the following: 1. Believe the Church’s teachings and observe all the Church’s directions, 2. Defend the Church, 3. Respect and defend the weak, 4. Love your country, 5. Do not fear your enemy, 6. Show no mercy and do not hesitate to make war with the infidel, 7. Perform all your feudal duties as long as they do not conflict with the laws of God, 8. Never lie or go back on one’s word, 9. Be generous, 10. Always and everywhere be right and good against evil and injustice (author, page). The knights were soldiers on horseback. They were soldiers that underwent years of training. They were highly respectable, intelligent and agile fighters. They wore full armor and used swords as weapons. They were once the best soldiers an army could have but the Battle of Agincourt changes every aspect of medieval warfare. With these knightly qualities in mind one can examine the actions that occurred in the Battle of Agincourt in 1415. This very well-known battle was a major turning point in the history of the code of chivalry. The battle of Agincourt was a noteworthy event in history where the smaller force beats the stronger force. It is considered the greatest...
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...these causes were in addition to the Great Depression in the 1930s. What role did nationalism play in the world wars? Nationalism played a major role in World War 1 as well as World War 2. During both of the wars, Germany was involved in both wars. Germany had such a strong patriotism that they felt they would do whatever they had to keep it that way. How are imperialism and colonialism related to the world wars? Imperialism and colonialism related to the world wars because during the wars, the smaller nation were being bullied by the German government and were basically force to do things the German way What was the role of industrialization in the world wars? Basically during the wars, factories were built so they can make weapon for wars better and faster. How do the Enlightenment ideals of liberty and equality relate to the world wars? The enlightenment ideas of liberty can be related to the world wars, because during this time, Germany believe that they ran things a certain way and that’s the way it had to been done with no exception. What were the causes of the Cold War? At the end of World War II, at the Yalta Conference, Germany was divided into four occupied zones controlled by Great Britain, France, the Soviet Union, and the United States. Berlin was also divided into four sections....
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...The two world superpowers, after a series of confrontations (1956-62), restructured their CW strategies towards a policy of a relaxation of tensions, formally known as Detente. Detente was used as an easing of the strained relations btwn the US and the Union of Soviets Socialists Republic, from 1969 until D fell in 1980. D was an alternative to the previous US policies of containment and rollback, and the USSR’s policies of Stalinisation and peaceful coexistence, set out to open a window of opportunity in the attempt to reduce International tensions. The supporters of D believed it was a policy beneficial to both sides of the CW ensuring world peace, whereas detractors believe D only showed weakness of the US, allowing the USSR to continue with the CW and increase its influence over different parts of the world. In order to evaluate whether D was effective it must be closely observed.The period of 1956-62 saw a series of events which continued to raise greater anxiety between the USA and the USSR. The Hungarian Revolution 1956 and the Berlin Crisis 1961 were two events which triggered the rising anxiety and tension which was felt between many countries. However, it was the Cuban Missile Crisis of 1962, reaching only seconds to midnight on the Doomsday Clock, which highlighted the danger of superpower confrontation and the possible result of nuclear war. US President Kennedy’s threat to use nuclear missiles against the Soviet Union if their bases in Cuba were not withdrawn caused...
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...ideas considered very risky to say? He says that the Indians were humble, patient, peaceable, that they held no grudges, and that they were from embroilments, neither excitable nor quarrelsome. His ideas were considered very risky to say because the more weak and vulnerable the Indians were, the easier it was for the Europeans to control and conquer them and the harder it is to endure heavy labor. 2. How do his descriptions of the Natives contrast with his depictions of the Spainards? Describe some examples. His descriptions of the Natives were much more honorable than his depictions of the Spaniards. He described the Native Americans as "the most guileless, the most devoid of wickedness and duplicity, the most obedient and faithful to their native masters and to the Spanish Christians whom they serve," whereas he depicted the Spaniards as those who "act like ravening beasts, killing,...
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...Peninsula (BetBasoo). The Assyrian military was able to accomplish this mainly with the use of advanced iron weaponry. Once the Assyrians discovered and utilized iron for their military, all other weapons were rendered obsolete, putting them decades ahead of opposing armies (Brant). This led to centuries of the Assyrians striking fear into the hearts of their enemies. As King Ashurnasirpal of ancient Assyria put it, "I cut off their heads; I burned them with fire; a pile of living men and of heads over against the city...
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