Changes In Modern Era190 Flashcards
How did weaponry change + reason
Rifles, nukes uavs tanks jets precision guided missiles - technological advancements
After WW1 government took more responsibility for funding weapon innovation
How did the composition of army change
Increase in special units - women medics engineer- government spent more money to support the development on these roles
Attitudes in society changed and more women wanted to fight in the wars
How did recruitment change + reason
Conscription for the world wars. Specialised training for SAS
How did the experience of civilians change + reason
Blitz rationing. Exposure to war and seeing effects of war - technological changes in communication
Attitudes in society - more people objected war and morality of it