Use of Force by Military Forces

Many will argue the question “what are the circumstances under which it is or is not

legitimate to use military force against another group or country?” The answer to this question

will vary depending on the individuals’ point of view about war. Some people may argue that

there should be no legitimate situation in where the utilization of military force is used towards

another group or country. On the other hand, there will be individuals are in agreement that are

valid reasons to use military force against other groups and/or country. Personally, being an

active member of the United States Air Force I agree that depending on the circumstances use of

the force by the military is acceptable.

There is a common perception, based on the events that have occurred within the last 5

years, that the use of military force is the only preventable method against terrorism. Some of

these methods include utilizing controversial weapons to conduct military operations, such as

drones, nuclear weapons, chemical and biological weapons, carpet bombs, etc. Unfortunately,

the truth can not be denied about these controversial weapons that posses the ability to cause

inevitable damage to the environment. Additionally, these weapons have the capacity of mass

destruction to destroy a civilization or cities. Due to the tremendous affects these controversial

weapons create, they are often the center of attention relating to the strenuous moral problems

when employed.

The use of drones is a prime example of concerning moral dilemmas. The government

characterizes drones as “unmanned aerial vehicles.” Merriam-Webster's Collegiate Dictionary

defines drones as “an unmanned aircraft or ship guided by remote control or onboard computers”

(2016). These remotely controlled aircraft are controlled by operators thousands of miles away

shielded from harm or danger from the target of the attack. Another and probably one of the

most controversial weapon available to use to conduct...