Musket Wars

In war there is death, but where in death does it change to become what is known today as modern warfare? Was it a landmark like the first use of a tool or tactic, or is it during a time as a society? The impactfulness of guns changed the ways wars were fought still even today, but the tanks and airplanes changed it on even a larger aspect. The other side of the coin is that the perspective of war has changed through the ages. It changed from an all out barbaric massacre of people, to a gentlemanly

Technology: The Paradox of Civilization As humans, we often tout our own superiority with great fervor. After all, our capacity for reason and intellect lets us outshine all other species on Earth. While this truth can cause great pride, such pride often causes us to overlook our greatest flaws. In no other way can such a point be illustrated than the use of technology. Morally neutral in itself, technology can allow for great innovation. After all, it is simply a tool. From the faint blue glow of

peacetime. This transitioned France further into modernity, and remains one of the most remarkable achievements of 17th century France, and the army was finally taken under effective royal control. François-Michel le Tellier was appointed secretary of war, and with Louis’s personal supervision and command of all military affairs, they created the largest organized military force the world had seen at that time. Louis took a feudal army and transformed it into a modern one (Lewis 144). In a letter from

Political Economic and Social Realities of 17th Century France Political, economic and social realities of a society can significantly shape its perceptions and ability to make war. At his death, King Louis XIV’s final words were, “I have loved war too much.” In this reflection, King Louis XIV no doubt considered his many conquests as the longest reigning monarch in France, but more importantly, his words gives rise to the systemic political and social changes that revolutionized warfare in seventeenth-century

of utilizing a combined effort of both when needed. Current warfare approaches require serious contemplation of operational environments to determine what strategies or tactics are most suitable, yet another valuable strategy realized by Napoleon. Wars of years past typically fought with the idea or notion of symmetrical fighting, but current conflicts include an ability to utilize an asymmetrical approach, realizing as the environments and enemies change so too should our tactics and strategies

During the Civil War, great advancements in technology and weaponry were happening. Both the Union and Confederate side of the war used what were considered typical weapons. For example, they both used knives, swords, pistols, rifles, and muskets. Artillery such as cannons were also very popular. Though all these weapons were used in wars before the Civil war, such as the Mexican War, advancements were made to better the pre-existing weapons. Better bullets were made for rifles. Rifle barrels were

The Civil War era brought upon considerably social and political turmoil. The time period manufactured technological and resource advancements that evolved both the world and warfare. Military leaders were captivated by new inventions in weapons, ships, transportation, communication and reconnaissance. The importance of these inventions during the Civil War were key in developing new tactics used today. Military leaders’ decisions to use new technology and resources during the Civil War led to the

Civil War technology was important because it helped with transportation, trading, and advancements in the war. Technology was a main role in the war and helped the North win most battles. Most technologies are still even used today. Transportation helped the Civil War because people were able to get places by train, wagons, and army ambulance corps. The train was invented by George Stephenson in Great Britain and the U.S. bought it from him. Trains were used to send trading stuff and transport

The Daily Life of Civil War Soldiers “War at its basic level has always been about soldiers. Nations rose and fell on the strength of their armies and the men who filled the ranks.” This is a very powerful quote, especially for the yet young country of the United States, for it gives credit where credit is truly due: to the men who carried out the orders from their superiors, gave their blood, sweat and tears, and in millions of cases their lives while fighting for ideals that they believed

Changes from Civil War – World War II The technologic changes in weaponry were dramatic in the 80 years between the Civil War and World War II. In the Civil War the soldiers were fighting with rifles with bayonets. By the time World War II occurred, soldiers had semi-automatic rifles and assault rifles. Ironclad ships made their first appearance during the Civil War (Civil War Technology 7). In the beginning of the Civil War all ships were made of wood and canvas. As the war went on, industry