Source: The Realist Review
by Chris Mott
“Armed conflict’s power to shape societies in unconventional ways means that big wars are often viewed as something uncanny, horrifying, and romantic. Be it through the writings of a figure like Ernst Junger, or perhaps a backdrop to bring heightened stakes to a fictitious setting, these colossal and undeniable struggles have a habit of becoming the dominant archetype of discussion when it comes to trials of both individuals and societies. But what happens when the war does not unfold with much public drama and media coverage? What happens when it remains out of sight and mind, unfolding in the background with little to no public input? Is the effect just as dramatic if less obvious? I would contend that the answer is yes.” (11/11/25)
https://therealistreview.substack.com/p/the-dark-crusade-of-little-wars