Introduction The Hobbesian trap (or Schelling’s dilemma) is a theory that explains why pre-emptive strikes occur between two groups, out of bilateral fear of an imminent attack. Without outside influences, this situation will lead to a fear spiral (catch-22, vicious circle, Nash equilibrium) in which fear will lead to an arms race which in turn… Read More
Introduction In international relations, the security dilemma (also referred to as the spiral model) is when the increase in one state’s security (such as increasing its military strength) leads other states to fear for their own security (because they do not know if the security-increasing state intends to use its growing military for offensive purposes).… Read More
Introduction Lewis Fry Richardson, FRS (11 October 1881 to 30 September 1953) was an English mathematician, physicist, meteorologist, psychologist, and pacifist who pioneered modern mathematical techniques of weather forecasting, and the application of similar techniques to studying the causes of wars and how to prevent them. He is also noted for his pioneering work concerning… Read More
Introduction The Saint Petersburg Declaration of 1868 or in full Declaration Renouncing the Use, in Time of War, of Explosive Projectiles Under 400 Grammes Weight is an international treaty agreed in Saint Petersburg, Russian Empire, 29 November /11 December 1868. It succeeded the First Geneva Convention of 1864. It was a predecessor of the well-known… Read More
Introduction When faced with an emergency, every second counts. One of the most critical aspects of first aid, particularly in the case of trauma, is to control severe bleeding. In scenarios ranging from outdoor adventures gone wrong to unfortunate household accidents, having the right tools on hand like stop the bleed kits can mean the difference between… Read More
Introduction Most people will probably have heard of Drill Sergeants, but usually associated with the the US military rather than the British armed forces. For example, Drill Sergeants in the US Army or, perhaps, a US Marine Corps Drill Instructor. Of course, the UK has drill instructor courses, but these are qualifications rather than positions.… Read More
Introduction An arms race occurs when two or more groups compete in military superiority. It consists of a competition between two or more states to have superior armed forces, concerning production of weapons, the growth of a military, and the aim of superior military technology. Unlike a sporting race, which constitutes a specific event with… Read More
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