Women in the military by country

Hawaiian military and naval forces were attacked by Japanese bombers on December 7, 1941. Many Americans were shaken by the Pearl Harbor attack, instilling fear and uncertainty in their hearts. It fueled a sense of patriotism and a fervent desire to protect the nation from further harm. The attack also led to a surge in enlistments as young men and women rushed to join the military and defend their country. Pearl Harbor was a defining moment in American history and changed the way people saw…

praised for being the land of the free, and the home of the brave. Everything America does is right and is what 's best for the world; when in reality it is what 's best for America. The United States has obtained the false image of being the best country in the world and has done terrifying, demoralizing actions to millions of people to get to where they are. America still to this day has laws and on going events that break the personal morals of the individual. From stealing land and resources…

Sparta and Athens were both successful City States in Ancient Greece. Although they both were located in the same country, they both had conflicting views on several issues and they were different in the way they operated. The Athenians cared more about learning and the arts, while the Spartans were focused on military training and following orders. The two city states had different governments and social make-ups. Although the challenging city-states of Sparta and Athens were individually…

Woman’s Duty Women and the Civil War When the Civil War is mentioned, many people first think of the men who lost their lives in the fight for freedom and the preservation of the Union. What isn’t taken into account is the women who risked their lives for these very same causes. Not only did these women fight in the front line for their beliefs, but they were also behind the scenes; as nurses, spies, and even just staying at home to take care of their families and their homesteads. Without…

their defense upon the young men who were conscripted, but in our nation today we are trying something new, voluntary service. With the birth of an all volunteer military came an unexpected consequence; nonmilitary individuals dread the draft. The draft has been employed throughout our nations history to meet the needs of our military might, and with great effectiveness. By looking at the history, economics, and benefits of the draft we will see that it would greatly improve our nation,…

Military drones are the new weapons in this day in age. More and more countries are getting their hands on this “cheap” robotic technology and using them for reasons such as spy planes or weapons used in warfare with other countries. . The question is, are drones a good thing for the world or do they pose a threat to everyone? Drones are helpful to our military in that they go on dangerous missions instead of the government having to send in troops in to fight against terrorists. The more of…

Challenges Faced by Military Spouses Make Them Heroes For many years, military spouses have been the backbone of the family. They are heroes without fame, heroes without costumes. They are the cornerstone in support of the deployed service member and the family members left behind. Some people say that heroes are those who are fighting for our country. However, it is very evident that the challenges faced by military spouses make them heroes too. One challenge military spouses’ face that makes…

It required that all American males between the age of 21 to 35 to register for military service. When World War II began, the age was changed and now all males between 18 and 64 were required to register ("Selective Training").. Vietnam veterans were the first veterans to be officially diagnosed and recognized as having PTSD. When…

Women of Canada and Britain played a very important part in World War 1 and 2. They had to take over many jobs that men had to leave in order to go fight in the war. Women were very eager to join the army and serve their country but propaganda from the government made the difference in how many women joined. Women back home wanted a heroine role during World War 2 and working for the army was an excellent way to meet that goal. The poster I chose has the caption “they serve – that men can fly.”…

thrived between 793-1066 CE. They hail from Scandenavian countries like Denmark, Iceland and Norway. Although Vikings were primarily farmers and traders a small percentage of Vikings raided. Due to the Vikings having advances in technology- the longboats- they were able to travel and raid spreading their heritage and leaving behind a legacy that has largely influenced modern Europe. The Vikings had an impact on modern technology, military tactics, politics and economics as well as language,…