The Just War Tradition
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The Justification of Devastating Acts in War
In the context of a war where an adversary refuses to give up and is resorting to extreme measures, such as kamikaze flights, the decision to use devastating acts like the atomic bombing was made to end the conflict and protect one's own troops. Despite the significant loss of life, it was believed that such actions could save more lives in the long run. By examining the purpose, intent, and direction behind these actions, it is argued that they were justifiable in the context of the larger conflict, especially considering similar destructive acts by the enemy in previous wars.
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