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psychological-impact-of-remote-warfare

Despite the physical safety of mechanics, the mental strain and high death and disability rates among them underscore the psychological costs of controlling remote combat units.

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.