Essays about: "Warfare"

Showing result 1 - 5 of 201 essays containing the word Warfare.

  1. 1. Fighting for Profit in Modern Warfare : A quantiative analysis of the influence of Private Military and Security Companies (PMSC’s) on conflict intensity in weak states

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för freds- och konfliktforskning

    Author : Samuel Hallhammar; [2024]
    Keywords : Private Military Security Contractors; Conflict Intensity;

    Abstract : The influence of private actors within armed conflict is becoming increasingly relevant, as the market for private military and security companies (PMSC’s) is growing in tandem with new opportunities within the sector. Their involvement in many conflicts around the world suggest the demand for private actors is not likely to go away any time soon, as their professional approach to offering an advantage in settling conflicts might appeal to many contracting parties. READ MORE

  3. 2. Faded Glory : Cultural exchange between warrior groups in the Vendel Period as reflected in armor from Vendel and Valsgärde

    University essay from Uppsala universitet/Institutionen för arkeologi och antik historia

    Author : Julian Blaine; [2024]
    Keywords : Vendel Period; warfare; armor; cultural exchange; Vendel; Valsgärde; Black Sea; Vendeltid; krig; rustning; kulturellt utbyte; Vendel; Valsgärde; Svarta havet;

    Abstract : This thesis analyzes and documents the splint armor material from Valsgärde 8 and Vendel I,X, and XI. This armor is then contextualized in the warrior institutions, weapon-systems, and fighting techniques of warbands from Central Sweden. READ MORE

  4. 3. BROKEN BRIDGES Trust in National Governments and NATO Among the Russian Minority in the Baltic States after the Russian Invasion of Ukraine

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Statsvetenskapliga institutionen

    Author : Jon Nicholas Beliveau; [2023-10-20]
    Keywords : Baltic States; North Atlantic Treaty Organisation; Russia;

    Abstract : This study analyses to what degree trust changed among the Russian minorities in the Baltic states in regard to their national governments and NATO following the war in Ukraine. Constructivism lays the theoretical framework, which is aided by conceptualisations of hybrid warfare and trust. READ MORE

  5. 4. Prototyping and Evaluation of a Lightweight Simulator Concept Combining Physical and Digital Assets

    University essay from Göteborgs universitet/Institutionen för data- och informationsteknik

    Author : Nicke Carlsson; Carl Månsson; [2023-09-27]
    Keywords : Virtual reality; extended reality; mixed reality; tactical training; simulation; combat; medical; treatment; tccc; unreal engine;

    Abstract : Serious injuries often occur in high-risk environments such as warfare, urban combat, and traffic accidents. The medical proficiency of soldiers and first responders in these situations is paramount. READ MORE

  6. 5. The Russia and China Disinformation Nexus

    University essay from Malmö universitet/Institutionen för globala politiska studier (GPS)

    Author : Johan Richter; [2023]
    Keywords : Information Warfare; China; Russia; Mixed-Methods; Security;

    Abstract : The increasing use of information warfare by authoritarian states to promote a multipolar order, coupled with a growing rapprochement between Russia and China, can lead to synergies that undermine international security. In response to the problem, this thesis aims to unpack and examine the Russia-China disinformation nexus to address the implications of the relationship on international security. READ MORE