War Is a Racket Original Edition
“War Is a Racket Original Edition” by Smedley D. Butler, published by Dauphin Publications on May 7, 2018, is a concise 42-page examination of the motivations behind warfare and its economic implications. In this work, Butler, a highly decorated marine general, explores the dynamics of who benefits from wars and the costs borne by those who fight them. His insights stem from extensive military experience, including operations in the Caribbean, Central America, and Europe during World War I.
Readers will find a critical analysis of the intersection between business, politics, and conflict, as Butler articulates his perspective on imperialism and the historical context of warfare. This edition invites reflection on the broader implications of military engagements and the political science surrounding them. Through his firsthand experiences, Butler presents a thought-provoking discourse on the nature of war and its impact on society.
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“War is a Racket” is marine general, Smedley Butler’s classic treatise on why wars are conducted, who profits from them, and who pays the price. Few people are as qualified as General Butler to advance the argument encapsulated in his book’s sensational title. When “War is a Racket” was first published in 1935, Butler was the most decorated American soldier of his time. He had lead several successful military operations in the Caribbean and in Central America, as well as in Europe during the First World War. Despite his success and his heroic status, however, Butler came away from these experiences with a deeply troubled view of both the purpose and the results of warfare.
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