2007-12-15 15:09:50 · 15 answers · asked by KinnyChan 3 in Politics & Government ➔ Politics
you cant say its cowardly if someone is against killing other people...
2007-12-15 15:14:03 · answer #1 · answered by cantonbound 3 · 3⤊ 1⤋
two conscientious objectors have earned the Medal of Honor
they were medics.
from link
Desmond T. Doss (January 17, 1919–March 23, 2006) was the first conscientious objector to receive the Medal of Honor (Cpl. Thomas W. Bennett, an army medic during the Vietnam war, is the only other).
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Desmond_Doss
http://www.homeofheroes.com/profiles/profiles_doss2.html
Thomas W. Bennett
http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Thomas_W._Bennett_(conscientious_objector)
http://history.amedd.army.mil/moh/bennett.htm
wikipedia also lists Alvin York as conscientious objector...but he killed 25 Germans
But I think a person has to be a conscientious objector from the word go.
Might even make it to boot camp.
But refuse to fire that weapon.
Don't decide to become conscientious objector when the orders for combat duty comes in.
Desmond Doss Passed away on March 23, 2006
http://www.homeofheroes.com/profiles/profiles_doss.html
2007-12-15 15:31:47 · answer #2 · answered by zuezug 3 · 2⤊ 0⤋
I think it depends on the person. For many people deciding to be a Conscientious Objector is harder than going to war. Of course this doesn't apply today since there's no draft.
2007-12-15 15:17:46 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 3⤊ 0⤋
It depends on why the person is an objector. Some people for religious or moral convictions do not believe in the taking of a life. I personally do not consider these people cowards , quite the contrary, I feel it takes guts to stand up for what you believe in. Of course there are some who are just cowards. One shouldn't judge without knowing where another is coming from.
2007-12-15 15:24:40 · answer #4 · answered by montefraya 1 · 2⤊ 1⤋
Depends on the reason and sincerity of their objections and whether they have the courage of their convictions. Someone who claims it to get out of serving is pretty cowardly. Someone, on the other hand who faces jail because they refuse to hurt another human being is pretty brave in their convictions. Guess you just can't judge someone until you know them on an individual basis (and even then, it's a pretty poor practice to get into).
2007-12-15 15:19:43 · answer #5 · answered by Fretless 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
You mean like Mohammid Ali did during the draft of the Vietnam war? He didnt believe in shooting anyone but he sure went into the ring and would half beat a man to death. That Kind.
I can tell you,it is cowardly to not do your duty when called upon. You reap the benefits of what our troups have fougth for all these many years.
2007-12-15 15:45:05 · answer #6 · answered by ♥ Mel 7 · 0⤊ 2⤋
You could be a Medic in the Military. They do a wonderful job saving lives and deserve a lot of respect.
2007-12-15 15:44:42 · answer #7 · answered by Johnny Reb 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Neither, I can see how you could consider them cowardly, but I think that's unfair, though I can't see how you can consider them brave.
2007-12-15 15:14:53 · answer #8 · answered by S P 6 · 3⤊ 0⤋
Awesome.
2007-12-15 16:15:04 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Totally depends on actual motivation.
2007-12-15 15:13:25 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 4⤊ 1⤋
I was here on Y Answers for something else, but this question was trending on the sidebar...
2016-08-26 11:59:25 · answer #11 · answered by marilou 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋