“The Code of the Warrior” and Ethics on the Modern Battlefield

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“The Code of the Warrior” and Ethics on the Modern Battlefield

What makes someone honorable even in war and what makes them dishonorable?  

Warrior cultures throughout history have developed unique codes. These codes have shifted over the centuries, so what does “the code of the warrior” mean in the 21st century, and what are the ethics on the modern battlefield. Shannon French, Inamori Professor in Ethics at Case Western Reserve University, joined Ray Suarez to chart the ever-evolving field of military ethics and its central role in keeping both civilians and soldiers safe.

 

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