War Philosophy Flashcards
1
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Just War
A
Right war:
2
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Definition of war
A
The use of violencey by countries, governments, groups in order to achieve a political goal.
3
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4 Reasons of War
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- Self Defense
- Expansion of territory
- Control of resources
- Religion
4
Q
Stats
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WW II
Congo
Iraq
USA
5
Q
Definition of pacifism
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The use of violence against another human is always wrong.
6
Q
4 Problems with pacifism
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- Kill in Self Defense
- Kill someone harming an innocent person
- Invade country that is committing genocide
- U.S president has a moral responsibility to defend his/her citizens.
7
Q
Remember
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There is no policeman between countries, it’s all about self interest.
8
Q
Just War Theory Definition
A
A conversation amongst philosophers as to what makes War just or right
9
Q
Jus ad bellum
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The reasons or justifications for going to war
10
Q
Ad means
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Before the war
11
Q
Jus in bello
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The Actions or behaviors during war
12
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In means
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During the war
13
Q
5 criteria in jus ad bellum
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- Just Cause
- Legit Leader
- Proportionality
- Last resort
- Reasonable chance of success
14
Q
Just Cause
A
- self Defense
- helping an innocent country
- preventing genocide in another country
15
Q
Legit Leader
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Only a legit amber leader has the authority to declare war
