- Interpret and analyze the "American way of war"
- Describe and compare American military models
- Analyze changing American military policies and goals
- Examine American military use of technology
- Analyze American relationship with, preparation for, and application of war
Use each of the five Core Learning Outcomes to address the issues highlighted in the final introductory paragraph of For the Common Defense. What evidence from our readings suggests that Americans consider themselves essentially peaceful? What evidence shows Americans as warlike? Explain this paradoxical love-hate attitude toward war and how this relationship is reflected in America's military history. Finally, why is understanding this important?