Nostr

I understand all that, but that doesn’t change the fact.

No, I don't think you do understand. You are allowed to sit and have a moral opinion inside of a civilized society. It's because that civil order was forged with blood. And I don't mean that metaphorically. You live in a safe bubble because that bubble of safety was carved out by the hands of another. Because you live in safety, you have a false view of what the world is.

You don't call the lion a murderer when it's fighting off and killing hyenas.

There is no civility on a battlefield. There's only one rule and that is power. This is exactly what Jason Lowry discusses in his book Soft war.

Murder is a term reserved for civil crimes. Not for war.

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jakub 1y ago

I completely understand. My grandfather and several of my uncles have served in wars as well. It's important to recognize that truth is not determined by others. It's interesting how, as human beings, we often excel at distorting words and realities. This behavior often serves as a coping mechanism.

GrumpyGardener 1y ago

I think what's important to recognize, is that if it wasn't for men willing to commit violence on your behalf, you'd be dead already.