Introduction

The film, Fog of war, defines times and critically analyze the former Defense secretary’s life, Robert McNamara.  It mixes past footage anda dialogue between Robert McNamara and Errol Morris (Grothaus, 2019). The film has plenty of knowledge and lessons as learned from Mc Namara’s life experiences. The paper covers my understanding of terrorism according to the film and clarification of whether or not some military operations as described by the writer qualifies as an act of terrorism.

Fog of war, film Analysis

Mc Namara makes a general announcement that all armed forces make mistakes from which they discover. According to Mc Namara, a simple mistake leads to a major catastrophe. The writer emphases on empathy with the enemies.  He accords that they should strive and focus further at the world’s compassion on our enemies, understand their needs and care for their opinions and thought process (Grothaus, 2019).

Mc Namara claims that rationality alone cannot save situations in life. Nevertheless, he points out that there are several effects of much self-concern without caring for others. Mc Namara recounts significant dealings that led to his strategy afterward on the guard secretary.  According to Mc Namara maximization of efficiency and is the principle for war. Mc McNamara opposes the debate on destroying Japan with two atomic bombs when they could destroy extensively by firebombing.

Conclusion

In summary, terrorism is perceived as an act of violence that kills, affects and destroys life. Military operations can turn to acts of terrorism when handled carelessly especially leading to loss of lives of innocent people.

References

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Grothaus, N. (2017). The Fog of War – Eleven Lessons from the Life of Robert S. McNamara | Hand of Reason. Retrieved from http://handofreason.com/2011/media/the-fog-of-war-eleven-lessons-from-the-life-of-robert-s-mcnamara

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