The main war that thinking about war changed during the war was that it involved everyone. Previously, war was fought between armies, and everyone else was relatively unconcerned, and continued to cross borders, trade, and go about their business as normal. War, in the 19th century, turned into a national effort. Women nursed, gathered support and participated. Children learned about war, and even shredded sheets, and helped in practical ways. Men too old rallied support. Everyone was involved in war. Also, patriotism was a new idea, and it was very much a part of war. People felt a deep sense of pride for their country and their soldiers, and soldiers who fought became national heroes.
During the 19th century, the nature of warfare intensified and it became a more unified effort that utilised the entire nation. Previously, war was considered an everyday aspect of life, conducted by the rulers and carried out by the military on their behalf; however during this time, it then became a national effort, where the people fought for a common cause, such for their beliefs and ideals. This new idea of ‘total war’ signified that fighting had become more radicalised. Socially, it was not just the men who fought; but women also contributed in the war effort, demonstrating the change in traditional gender roles. Also, there was a growing sense of pride and admiration surrounding soldiers and the notion of ‘dying for one’s country’ was prevalent. Soldiers also could succeed based on merit rather than due to their birthright. This period also saw the advancement war to be more radicalised and it impacted the whole of the nation. Shani Wu
The main war that thinking about war changed during the war was that it involved everyone. Previously, war was fought between armies, and everyone else was relatively unconcerned, and continued to cross borders, trade, and go about their business as normal. War, in the 19th century, turned into a national effort. Women nursed, gathered support and participated. Children learned about war, and even shredded sheets, and helped in practical ways. Men too old rallied support. Everyone was involved in war. Also, patriotism was a new idea, and it was very much a part of war. People felt a deep sense of pride for their country and their soldiers, and soldiers who fought became national heroes.
ReplyDeleteJess Bishop
During the 19th century, the nature of warfare intensified and it became a more unified effort that utilised the entire nation. Previously, war was considered an everyday aspect of life, conducted by the rulers and carried out by the military on their behalf; however during this time, it then became a national effort, where the people fought for a common cause, such for their beliefs and ideals. This new idea of ‘total war’ signified that fighting had become more radicalised. Socially, it was not just the men who fought; but women also contributed in the war effort, demonstrating the change in traditional gender roles. Also, there was a growing sense of pride and admiration surrounding soldiers and the notion of ‘dying for one’s country’ was prevalent. Soldiers also could succeed based on merit rather than due to their birthright. This period also saw the advancement war to be more radicalised and it impacted the whole of the nation.
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