Glenn Moots American Revolution Summary

In Professor Glenn Moots’ article pertaining to the American Revolution, the author both summarizes and analyzes the 2013 symposium where scholars gathered to debate the justifications of the war. The analyses, which he provides from multiple perspectives, address question of jus in bello and jus ad bellum, helping to determine whether the events of the Revolution were defendable. By referring to specific events and reflecting on fellow scholars’ contrasting opinions, Moots concludes that proper warfare conduct is vital and encourages scholars to reevaluate their outlook on the American Revolution.
The body of the article contains sufficient evidence for the author’s call to action in his conclusion. Because the majority of his audience is presumably fellow scholars, Moots ends his closing comments by stating, “It is the hope of the …show more content…
Unlike Glenn Moots, Patrick Henry’s words show no lenience but instead a desperate urgency to protect his liberty. Today’s America has a greater population of citizens that approach war from a global or liberal perspective, understanding that nothing is ever black and white. Yes, violence and devastation are more painful when it is happening in our front yard, however, it’s refreshing to read an American’s analysis of the ethics behind these events. Overall, this article successfully rips open the stitching of the American Revolution and prompts the reader to reexamine how justifiable certain actions