Consequences Of Modern Warfare Flashcards
Modern warfare can be far more destructive than previous wars, and can have devastating long term effects.Catholic Church teaches that it is wrong for civilians to be attacked.
“Non combatants, wounded soldiers, and prisoners must be respected and treated humanely “
Due to modern warfare civilians are forced to flee the fighting either because their home has been destroyed or because they face risk of death.Most flee with
Few possessions and have difficulty in finding somewhere safe to rebuild their lives
Many refugees end up living in
Very poor conditions
The Carholic Church teaches that refugees should be welcomed and
Protected .The Church actively campaigns for governements to help
Modern warfare can do great damage to the environment - huge areas of land can be desteoyed .Catholic response
As Stewards of the earth, people have a responsibility to limit any damage done to the environment
Using chemical weapons can affect the vegetation for decades after war has ended.Carholic response
Popes have condemned the use of practices that ruin the environment such as the use of chemical weapons
Contrasting views about modern warfare
Some people believe that it is acceptable to use desteuctive weapons as they can end wars quixkly.Some people argue Britain does not have enough resources to provide for refugees or asylum seekers.