Do you think it's screwed up for a professional warfighter to want a fight? Should he change his outlook on life and be peaceful? Or are some people just born for war?
2007-07-11 14:55:43 · 12 answers · asked by bandit 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Military
There is nothing inherently evil about the profession of a warrior. There is nothing wrong in wanting to rid the world of evil, through the use of warfare. If you are Christian, and you are unsure about the ethics of war, remember that even Christ never urged Roman centurions to lay down their arms and give up their profession.
2007-07-11 16:29:07 · answer #1 · answered by MJQ 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
There are alot of people who want to fight for their country when it is needed. Soldiers are trained and do want to. The good and true ones anyway. Most probably don't hope for war, but when necessary, they would rather be there than here. I don't think soldier's should change their outlook on life. And I do think that some people are made for the military, but maybe not born for war. Just my opinion, it is kind of hard to even explain!
2007-07-11 15:35:43 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 0⤋
Si Vis Pacem Para Bellum-If you seek peace, prepare for war. Roman military writer Publius Flavius Vegetius
It is the solider, above all others, who prays for peace- Gen. Douglas MacArthur
To maintain peace, it is necessary to be prepared to defend it. And any veteran who has seen, heard, smelled, or tasted combat is in no hurry to see it again. Usually, the ones who cry the loudest for a fight, have never actually seen one. Those of us who have simply gear up, go to work, and try to get everybody home. Their is no joy in war, only pain, destruction, and loss. Any person who can find enjoyment in this is ill.
2007-07-11 16:42:27 · answer #3 · answered by Marine till Death 4 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I disagree with the first person who answered, military force is SOMETIMES justified. For example, the allied involvement in WWII has shaped the world substancially for the better.
I do think that some people in the military are VERY sketchy. If you want to join the military just to legally kill people, you should see a psychiatrist instead of a military recruiter.
That said, most military people(I hope) join because they genuinely believe that their actions will help others, which is commendable.
2007-07-11 15:06:49 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 1⤊ 1⤋
It is kinda screwed up. Like the previous answer, anyone who does join just to have an excus to kill people, has issues. Now some people like myself, take pride in joining to defend and support our country, and we're trained to do so. But do we want to go to war and fight? No, not nessecarily, but we will when the time comes.
2007-07-11 15:14:22 · answer #5 · answered by Sean C 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well speaking for me and some people I know were born for it. When you join ifantry you join for war thats all. If we dont get it its like we go to football practice every day but never get to play in our big game. Dont misunderstand we know and understand every reason why we fight but we love it
2007-07-11 18:55:19 · answer #6 · answered by Dustin W 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
The absence of conflict isn't the comparable concern as peace. Freedom isn't unfastened. Freedom is the costliest perfect that mankind can gain. you don't get freedom via protests. Freedom comes from the blood of heroes.
2016-10-20 22:23:40 · answer #7 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
As it was once said, If you want peace then you must prepare for war.
2007-07-11 15:04:44 · answer #8 · answered by Chris Hansen 1 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Soldiers are trained to fight.
Most people would like to have the opportunity to use skills they have acquired. The military is no different.
2007-07-11 15:03:54 · answer #9 · answered by macDBH 2 · 2⤊ 1⤋
You need to exercise your right to remain silent. Using your right to free speech is exposing your ignorance.
2007-07-11 15:10:05 · answer #10 · answered by John T 6 · 1⤊ 0⤋