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'Traditional' warfare is also known as 'fighting the "last" war'. In spite of all notions of progress, most well-funded 'defence' departments are most likely to prepare for what they think they 'know', that is, the 'last' war.

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How many warfares are there?

There's no limit; you can create as many as you want: Neighborhood warfare, forest warfare, lake warfare, football warfare, etc. However, generally, when studying history, the traditional ones are: Aerial warfare, naval warfare, guerrilla warfare, conventional and unconventional warfare, urban warfare, jungle warfare, desert warfare, mountain warfare, etc.


How does guerrilla warfare work-?

Unlike traditional warfare in which two armies are engaging, mostly in plain-sight or with trench warfare, guerrilla teams normally engage with their opponents in short bursts & then retreat - normally concealling themselves in surrounding areas like forests and also among civilians (uniforms wouldn't be worn as with traditional warfare.).It works, as it allows a small number of soldiers to take on a larger army. It gives them the benefit of surprise and camoflauge which makes them a harder target.


Which one of the methods of warfare developed in World War 1 which did traditional officers consider unfair and barbaric?

Poisonous gas


How did the Japanese utilize shields in their traditional warfare tactics?

The Japanese utilized shields in their traditional warfare tactics by using them for protection against enemy attacks, particularly arrows and swords. Shields were often made of wood or metal and were held in one hand while wielding a weapon in the other. They were used to block and deflect incoming strikes, providing a layer of defense for the warrior.


How did changes in warfare in the 1300s helped change European society?

The humble peasant could be used as an archer to take out the traditional aristocratic heavy cavalry knight.

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How was Guerrilla warfare different from traditional warfare?

Gurerrilla warefare was a hit-and-run technique.


How many warfares are there?

There's no limit; you can create as many as you want: Neighborhood warfare, forest warfare, lake warfare, football warfare, etc. However, generally, when studying history, the traditional ones are: Aerial warfare, naval warfare, guerrilla warfare, conventional and unconventional warfare, urban warfare, jungle warfare, desert warfare, mountain warfare, etc.


Did Ho Chi Minh use tranitional warfare?

Transitional or traditional? Not sure what question you are asking, but he used un-conventional warfare (guerrilla warfare) in the beginning, but was FORCED to use conventional warfare once US jets began the air war over North Vietnam (his nation) in '65.


How does guerrilla warfare work-?

Unlike traditional warfare in which two armies are engaging, mostly in plain-sight or with trench warfare, guerrilla teams normally engage with their opponents in short bursts & then retreat - normally concealling themselves in surrounding areas like forests and also among civilians (uniforms wouldn't be worn as with traditional warfare.).It works, as it allows a small number of soldiers to take on a larger army. It gives them the benefit of surprise and camoflauge which makes them a harder target.


How did German submarines change the rules of naval warfare?

By engaging in Guerre de Course (merchant warfare) instead of the traditional Guerre de Escadre (Fleet to Fleet sea battles).


Guerrilla Warfare?

Is a form of irregular warfare in which a small group of combatants such as armed civilians or irregulars use military tactics including ambushes, sabotage, raids, petty warfare, hit-and-run tactics, and mobility to fight a larger and less-mobile traditional military.


Which one of the methods of warfare developed in World War 1 which did traditional officers consider unfair and barbaric?

Poisonous gas


How did the Japanese utilize shields in their traditional warfare tactics?

The Japanese utilized shields in their traditional warfare tactics by using them for protection against enemy attacks, particularly arrows and swords. Shields were often made of wood or metal and were held in one hand while wielding a weapon in the other. They were used to block and deflect incoming strikes, providing a layer of defense for the warrior.


How did changes in warfare in the 1300s help change European society?

The humble peasant could be used as an archer to take out the traditional aristocratic heavy cavalry knight.


How did changes in warfare in the 1300s helped change European society?

The humble peasant could be used as an archer to take out the traditional aristocratic heavy cavalry knight.


Terrorism has been called a new kind of warfare because?

it does not adhere to traditional rules or boundaries, and it aims to instill fear and panic among the general population rather than to gain strategic military advantage. It often involves attacks on civilians and non-combatants, usually carried out by non-state actors, making it distinct from conventional warfare between nation-states. Additionally, terrorism relies on psychological impact and propaganda to achieve its objectives, further distinguishing it from traditional forms of warfare.


What is the significance of the samurai shield in traditional Japanese warfare tactics?

The samurai shield, known as a tate, played a crucial role in traditional Japanese warfare tactics by providing protection for samurai warriors in battle. It was used to deflect and block enemy attacks, allowing samurai to advance or hold their ground effectively. The shield also symbolized honor and loyalty in the samurai code of conduct, known as Bushido.