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Though guerrilla warfare is not the same as it was during the American Revolutionary War, it does still have a place in modern conflicts. For any group fighting a highly advanced force or a far larger opponent, guerrilla warfare is still a viable tactic. A very common example of this fighting style in the present day would be ongoing war between the United States and terrorist cells in the Middle East. With the advanced weaponry, manpower, and combat intelligence of an organized military group, the United States has an advantage in nearly every category. However, the current war on terror has been so greatly prolonged because the extremists have a few strengths. The knowledge of terrain has always been an advantage for groups utilizing guerrilla warfare. While understanding the terrain, these groups may also have the support of the non-militant public of the nation at war. Finally, most groups taking part in this practice need not execute a tangible victory over their opponent, they need only to outlast their enemies, that is hold out until foreign aid is presented or the opponent gives up on the cause.

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Why trench warfare in World War 1?

it was a common type of warfare back then and is still today


Trench warfare in World War 1?

it was a common type of warfare back then and is still today


Why did guerrilla warfare anger the US troops Vietnam war?

For the same reasons it angered British troops when they fought Americans during the Revolutionary War (1775-1783); the British considered guerrilla warfare to be "dirty fighting", "sneaky fighting", "unfair", "un-gentlemanly", and "cowardly." Guerilla warfare, Submarine warfare, and military snipers all were considered: Dirty Fighting; Sneaky Fighting; Unfair; Ungentlemanly; and Cowardly. For the 21st century all of those "Dirty Forms of Warfare" are now considered the new wave of doing things (they are popular with today's generation of people).


How long did trench warfare last?

Trench warfare lasted as long as the war. trenches were being challenged by Tanks, storming tactics by specialist troops and better wire-smashing artillery. But in fact the concept of trench warfare was a safe method of holding ground and creating a stalemate. Buying time for changes. hope this helps!


How were wars before World War 2 different from today's wars?

Wars before World War II primarily involved large-scale, conventional battles between nation-states, often characterized by frontlines and mass troop deployments. Tactics relied heavily on infantry, cavalry, and artillery, with an emphasis on territorial conquest. In contrast, today's wars often encompass asymmetric warfare, involving non-state actors, guerrilla tactics, and a focus on technology, including cyber warfare and drones. Additionally, modern conflicts increasingly involve complex geopolitical factors and humanitarian issues, reflecting a shift in both the nature of warfare and its global implications.

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