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Symbols and Sacrifice in War

National Identity and the Will to Fight
  • ISBN-13: 9781647125783
  • Publisher: GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY PRESS
    Imprint: GEORGETOWN UNIVERSITY PRESS
  • By Kirstin J.H. Brathwaite
  • Price: AUD $278.00
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  • Local release date: 01/07/2025
  • Format: Hardback (229.00mm X 152.00mm) 264 pages Weight: 0g
  • Categories: Second World War [HBWQ]
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A new theory of how soldiers persevere through the hardships of long wars Nationalism and its effect on military strategy have long been of interest to scholars of conflict. Outcomes of war are not solely determined by firepower and numbers, but also by the motivations of soldiers fighting for their nation. This book presents a new theory about the will to fight, arguing that how a conflict resonates with the myths, symbols, and core beliefs underlying national identity shapes soldiers' morale, discipline, and initiative in battle. Brathwaite compares the will to fight of British, Indian, and Australian soldiers in World War II. She draws on military records, such as unit diaries and morale reports, to demonstrate the connection between identity and the will to fight. Her research is important because political leaders make key decisions on matters ranging from the use of force to military manpower policy based on beliefs about what motivates soldiers in battle. Scholars of security studies, policymakers, and military professionals will be interested in this new theory of a key aspect of military effectiveness and power.
Kirstin J. H. Brathwaite is an associate professor of international relations at Michigan State University's James Madison College.
List of Illustrations AcknowledgmentsChapter 1: Introduction Chapter 2: Explaining Will to FightChapter 3: National Identity, Democracy, and Cohesion in the British Imperial Forces Chapter 4: North Africa Chapter 5: MalayaChapter 6: EuropeChapter 7: Conclusion Bibliography Index About the Author
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