"War Is a Racket" (book by Smedley D. Butler)

"War Is a Racket" is a book by General Smedley D. Butler, a highly decorated American military officer. In it, he criticizes war, arguing that it’s often driven by economic interests of corporations and wealthy elites rather than national security. Butler claims that wars benefit a few at the expense of countless soldiers and civilians, highlighting how profits, propaganda, and political cronies manipulate military conflicts for profit. The book calls for public awareness and skepticism about government and business motives behind wars, advocating for peace and genuine national interest over profit-driven warfare.