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From the Good War to the Forever War: The Evolution and Impact of War Culture in America

Ernest Hemingway

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War has been a part of the American experience since the nation's founding. From the Revolutionary War to the Civil War to the World Wars, Americans have fought and died in conflicts around the globe. The way that war has been portrayed in popular culture and the way that it has shaped American identity has evolved over time, from the "Good War" of World War II to the "Forever War" of the 21st century.

Crash Course: From the Good War to the Forever War (War Culture)

by H. Bruce Franklin

5 out of 5

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The Good War

World War II was a defining moment in American history. The war was fought against fascism and tyranny, and it ended with the Allied victory. The war was seen as a just and necessary war, and it was widely supported by the American people.

The war was also a major turning point in the way that war was portrayed in American popular culture. Before World War II, war was often seen as a glamorous and heroic adventure. But the horrors of World War II, such as the Holocaust and the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, shattered that illusion.

In the aftermath of World War II, war was no longer seen as a glorious adventure. Instead, it was seen as a necessary evil, a last resort. This view of war was reflected in popular culture, which began to focus on the human cost of war.

The Forever War

The Forever War is a term used to describe the post-9/11 era of warfare. The Forever War is characterized by its long duration, its global reach, and its lack of a clear enemy. The Forever War has been fought in Afghanistan, Iraq, Syria, and other countries around the world.

The Forever War has had a profound impact on American society. The war has led to the deaths of thousands of American soldiers and civilians. It has also cost trillions of dollars. The Forever War has also eroded public trust in the government and the military.

The war has also had a major impact on the way that war is portrayed in popular culture. The Forever War has been the subject of numerous books, films, and television shows. These works of art have helped to raise awareness of the human cost of war and have challenged the traditional view of war as a glorious adventure.

The Impact of War Culture

War culture has a profound impact on American society. It shapes the way that we think about war, the way that we treat veterans, and the way that we conduct our foreign policy.

War culture can be both positive and negative. On the one hand, war culture can inspire patriotism and a sense of national unity. It can also lead to the development of new technologies and medical advancements.

On the other hand, war culture can also lead to jingoism, racism, and xenophobia. It can also lead to the dehumanization of the enemy and the glorification of violence.

It is important to be aware of the both the positive and negative aspects of war culture. By understanding the impact that war culture has on our society, we can make better decisions about how to conduct our foreign policy and how to treat veterans.

War culture has been a part of the American experience since the nation's founding. The way that war has been portrayed in popular culture and the way that it has shaped American identity has evolved over time, from the "Good War" of World War II to the "Forever War" of the 21st century.

Crash Course: From the Good War to the Forever War (War Culture)

by H. Bruce Franklin

5 out of 5