But by the Chance of War by Richard C Lyons

But by the Chance of War by Richard C Lyons

But by the Chance of War is a uniquely different type of book. The book presents four dramatic stories of war from India's fight with the Ephthalite Huns, to the Fall of Fort Niagara in the Seven Years War, to the trenches of World War I, and finally to modern-day circumstances and actions in the Middle East. A project that took years to complete, this book examines our impulses toward combat and encourages the reader to contemplate the seemingly inexplicable dynamic toward destruction despite our conscious knowledge of war's ultimate futility. Each story features characters that come to grips with the implication of technological advances that hasten the scope of casualties as they grapple with the moral questions of individual responsibility, the nature of military leadership, and the impact of the evolution of war on civilizations. As we look at history and how it has shaped us, how will we move forward in an age when technology and weaponry are meant to destroy everything in its path?

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ISBN 13	9780615532059
ISBN 10	0615532055
Title	But by the Chance of War
Author	Richard C Lyons
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Lylea Creative Resources
Year published	2012-09-01
Number of pages	484
Prizes	Commended for IndieFab awards (War & Military) 2012
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.