West Must Oppose Oppression of Afghan Women Realpolitik Trevor Royle

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SOLDIERS will fight for many reasons. Idealism or simple conviction is one, pride in the task in hand is another. Surprisingly, patriotism makes only a small contribution, especially at the sharp end of battle, where survival is paramount.

The bottom line is that they're fighting for the guys around them, their mates and muckers, but despite that caveat, no soldier was ever born who does not take up arms unless they feel that they are engaged in a worthwhile cause.

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West Must Oppose Oppression of Afghan Women Realpolitik Trevor Royle

In Afghanistan today, where soldiers of 42 nations are serving in a coalition which supports President Hamid Karzai's ledgling government, that means dragging the country into the 21st century,...

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