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military-ethics-and-rules-of-engagement
The narrative touches on the rules governing combat kills and the ethical considerations of violence, as seen in the discussion about the necessity and conduct of the raid.
1 chapter across 1 book
Forever Peace (1997)Joe Haldeman
Preamble
The chapter 'Preamble' introduces a futuristic military operation involving stealthy, technologically advanced soldiers called soldierboys conducting a brutal raid in a jungle preserve, highlighting the cold efficiency and violence of their mission. It then shifts to the perspective of a mechanic who monitors and controls these soldierboys remotely, revealing the psychological and physical toll of their work, the complex human-machine interface, and the camaraderie among the platoon members preparing for deployment.