war

War refers to the existence of an armed conflict or battle between nations, states, or independent sovereign entities, typically arising after a declaration of war. It is an act of military force wherein political opposition is carried out by rival military forces for the purpose of protecting or forcibly changing governmental policies and practices.

War is often viewed as a last resort and requires justification, which includes rules of engagement. From antiquity, war has been fought on tactical fronts and has always employed soldier or warriors in the act of fighting.

Wars are fought in campaigns, which are a succession of military operations. A war is considered to have been victorious if the opponent surrenders or if either party wins a majority of campaigns.

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  The Journey of Art in Times of War
  If art appeals to the senses and emotions, surely war will and should elicit emotions regarding the state of humanity.
  by prime63 / on Oct 13, 2009

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “war”

• Etymology of the word War: Origin and meaning

  
  Grahams Random Ramblings — Authority: 118
  After a couple of posts triggered by Poppy Day I started wondering as to the origin of the word "war" and the dictionary definition.The explanations below I have copied and pasted from Wikipedia. The link will take you to more detailed information and recognition of sources. Definition"War is a reciprocated, armed ...
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• Debate and Definitions

  
  The Appalling Strangeness — Authority: 434
  A few weeks ago, I asked the question "what to do with the railroad?" There doesnt appear to be a clear solution but, as DK notes , talk of privatistion and nationalisation hides the fact that the railways werent transferred back to the private sector under Major: And thats all I wanted to point out: that the ...
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• A Farewell to Arms (5.05) [del.icio.us]

  
  Imran Ali — Authority: 132
  "For those on the ramparts of the worlds sole superpower, the digital winds are blowing an icy chill through the triumphant glow of the post-Cold War"
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• Hilary Duff’s “War, Inc.” Airs on Showtime During November!

  
  Hilary News — Authority: 127
  Good news! Showtime is airing Hilary Duff’s film, War, Inc. on Showtime all throughout the month of November! It aired an episode yesterday and will be available On Demand until early December.  Look below for air times and the On Demand schedule. If you’re just hearing about this movie, then here’s ...
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• Albert Einstein: Quotes on War

  
  Grahams Random Ramblings — Authority: 118
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• Love is how we’ll ask for peace; seeding a global heart-storm for peace

  
  Dandelion Salad — Authority: 541
  13 year old AbdulaiDandelion SaladourjourneytosmileNovember 07, 2009more about “Love is how we’ll ask for peace“, posted with vodpod***Love is how we’ll ask for peace; seeding a global heart-storm for peaceOur immediate goalWith love, we request the 2009 Nobel Peace Laureate, President Obama, to answer the ...
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• Can’t see India China going to war: Pranab

  
  Thaindian News — Authority: 726
  By Dipankar De SarkarLondon, Nov 9 (IANS) Finance Minister Pranab Mukherjee has said he does not visualise the border dispute between India and China flaring up into a conflict.If anything, trade between the two countries is “expanding very fast” and development work on the Indian side of the border was ...
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• FBI director gets schooled on marijuana legalization

  
  War On You: Breaking Alternative News — Authority: 551
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• Congressman Frank was present during 2007 marijuana bust

  
  War On You: Breaking Alternative News — Authority: 551
  Report: Congressman Frank was present during 2007 marijuana bust By Stephen C. Webster Tipped off by two unnamed individuals, MyFox Boston claims to have unearthed a police report placing Congressman Barney Frank (D-MA) at the home of his longtime partner when police arrested the man and charged him ...
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• Meeting Michelle Magorian

  
  Bookwitch — Authority: 127
  The importance of Goodnight Mister Tom is such that I have long had Michelle Magorian on my top level of ‘really good authors’. The kind you need to worship from afar, someone who is unquestionably great. So meeting her in person at last year’s launch for Just Henry wasn’t a case of your everyday garden ...
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• NYT > World: The Legacy of 1989 Is Still Up for Debate

  
  A Couple Things — Authority: 469
  This is a syndicated post. Original article from NYT > World , available at NYT > World . Europe was transformed in 1989, but the events of that year are seen differently in Europe, the U.S. and Russia.
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• International Relations: Islamic leaders meet for economic summit

  
  i On Global Trends - Mike Hitchen Online - news, opinion, analysis — Authority: 489
  Xinhua - Leaders from Islamic states under the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC) have converged in Istanbul to attend the economy summit of OICs Standing Committee for Economic and Commercial Cooperation. However, Sudanese President Omar Hassan al-Bashir cancelled his scheduled visit to Turkey and told his ...
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• Coming Soon to Your Country: US Government “Hit Squads”?

  
  Enduring America — Authority: 627
  Receive our latest updates by email or RSS SUBSCRIBE TO OUR FEED Buy Us A Cup of Coffee? Help Enduring America Expand Its Coverage and Analysis On the surface this story from Danger Room seems overblown — the US military has long had “snatch squads” to capture or kill bad guys, and they ...
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• HEADLINES FROM WORLD PRESS

  
  The Impudent Observer - Global Liberal Issues — Authority: 445
  Each day we offer a sample of headlines that appeared in the world press along with our comments. Czech Republic, Prague Daily Monitor: “Young Czechs Lead In Marijuana And Ecstasy Use” Well, at least the Czech Republic is leading in something. Kuwait, Kuwait Times: “Islamists Furious Over Sex Party” ...
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• It Doesn’t Get Any Better In Afghanistan

  
  The Impudent Observer - Global Liberal Issues — Authority: 445
  People in Washington D.C. argue about military policy to pursue in Afghanistan, General McChyrstal demands he be given 40,000 more troops, and the people of those areas under attack complain they are the ones who wind up being the victim. Two US soldiers were missing which led to a search patrol which resulted in an ...
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• Israel Leader Urges Abbas To Continue Fight

  
  The Impudent Observer - Global Liberal Issues — Authority: 445
  Israeli President Shimon Peres sent a public plea to Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas urging that he continue fighting for peace in the Middle East and not refuse to run for re-election. “I turn to you as a colleague and ask that you don’t let go. Yitzhad(Rabin) is not with us, but he lives in our midst as a ...
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• What Do We Know About Nidal Malik Hasan?

  
  The Impudent Observer - Global Liberal Issues — Authority: 445
  Major Nidal Malik Hasan is a member of the Muslim religion which for some Americans is sufficient evidence to convict each and every person of the Muslim religion as a part of a terror force seeking to kill Americans. There is scant doubt Major Hasan is a troubled man, quiet, introverted, a loner in life, a man who ...
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• Legions struggling as poppy donations dwindle

  
  CKA Canadian News — Authority: 508
  Former commander in the Royal Marines, Bert Marrett was 20 years old when he went to war on March 4, 1940.
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• NYT > World: Gridiron Gladiators: Block That Metaphor!

  
  A Couple Things — Authority: 469
  This is a syndicated post. Original article from NYT > World , available at NYT > World . “Fox NFL Sunday,” which was broadcast from Bagram Air Field in Afghanistan, glorified fake warriors and their game, and played to a crowd of real warriors locked in an eight-year-old conflict.
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• Fort Hood Gunman Gave Signals Before His Rampage

  
  NYT > Theater — Authority: 915
  Maj. Nidal Malik Hasan in 2003 when he finished his medical degree.
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