Lawfare Archive: Hardcore Dan Carlin
The Lawfare Podcast
Mass mobilization was the exception, not the rule
The transition from total war, as exemplified by the First World War, to modern military structures reflects significant societal changes. During the early 20th century, countries like France mobilized a large percentage of their populations for military service, imposing strains on industries and prompting governments to adopt war socialism to manage resources effectively. This was a drastic departure from today's military frameworks, where a small, specialized warrior caste tends to dominate combat roles, indicating a shift in how societies approach warfare and military service from 1789 until the shift in the late 20th century.
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