Comprehending the Relationship Between War and Society (theory)

Understanding the relationship between war and society involves examining how conflicts influence and are influenced by social structures, values, and institutions. War can reshape societal norms, political systems, and economic conditions, often prompting shifts in national identity and public opinion. Conversely, societal factors such as culture, social inequality, and leadership also affect a society’s decision to go to war and how it conducts itself during conflict. Recognizing this dynamic helps us see war not just as military action, but as a complex event intertwined with societal change.