Expanded Key Terms
As you review these terms, think about how they connect or differ from each other. Try to create your own examples in a way you understand the terms and concepts.
A network of individuals and institutions involved in the production of weapons and military technologies.
The term military-industrial complex refers to the network of individuals and institutions involved in the production of weapons and military technologies. The military-industrial complex is the intersection between the economy and war in society. Sadly, the presence of war means the opportunity for increases in finance and revenue for many industries and individuals and therefore is an indirect push for continued conflicts overseas for many nations.
A policy of extending a country’s power and influence through diplomacy or military force.
Imperialism is rarely good in the fact that it often results in the eradication of other cultures of conquered societies. Imperialism is what shaped the body of the world, as ancient nations spread around the globe to conquer land and claim it as theirs without regard for the native people that occupied the land or the native cultures that were present at that time. Imperialism is viewed as a good action historically from the perspective of the oppressor, while the oppressed historically view imperialism as a negative force that destroys culture and community.
A network of individuals and institutions involved in the production of weapons and military technologies.
The military-industrial complex is the intersection between the economy and war in society. Sadly, the presence of war means the opportunity for increased finance and revenue for many industries and individuals, and therefore, is an indirect push for continued conflicts overseas for many nations. Military-industrial complexes thrive in times of conflict and war and use these periods to make a profit.
A condition of persistent mental and emotional stress occurring as a result of psychological shock.
Post-traumatic stress disorder, or PTSD, is a condition of persistent, mental, and emotional stress occurring as a result of a psychological shock. Post-traumatic stress disorder is often seen in veterans who return from war. Post-traumatic stress disorder is a mental condition that can be treated by medical professionals using therapy and prescription drugs.
The action or process of causing someone to adopt radical positions on political or social issues.
Radicalization has become a prominent theme in society, where many individuals take extreme stances and push others to adopt their extreme stance rather than adopting moderation and tolerance for all ideals on a spectrum of extreme to non-extreme. Radicalization can occur in any community or organization, such as religious organizations or political groups. Radicalization is countered by rationality, open-mindedness, and compromise.
The unlawful use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims.
Terrorism refers to the unlawful use of violence and intimidation in the pursuit of political aims in society. Terrorism is never legal or acceptable and is one of the most extreme forms of deviance in society. Terrorism is often associated with violence. Violent terrorism is stereotypically associated with the 9/11 attacks on New York City in 2001.
A state of armed conflict between different nations or states or different groups within a nation or state.
War can happen in one nation, such as a civil war, or multiple nations around the globe, such as a global or world war. War is always a conflict over resources, ideologies, influence, power, or more. War is rarely nonviolent and almost always results in casualties and the loss of life on both sides. Many wars have been fought throughout history, and many wars continue to be fought today.