War - An Unnecessary Event for a United Mankind
“Mankind must put an end to war, or war will put an end to mankind.” - John F. Kennedy
War has shaped human history, often driven by the desire for power, land, and cultural dominance. Nations fight to expand their borders, control valuable resources, or impose their beliefs on others. But is war truly necessary? If mankind were united, there would be no need for war. Instead of fighting over land and cultural differences, people could work together for peace and progress.
One of the biggest reasons for war is the desire for power. Throughout history, powerful nations have invaded weaker ones to expand their empires. For example, during World War II, Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan invaded multiple countries to gain land and control resources. Even earlier, powerful empires like Rome and Britain waged wars to expand their influence. But as history has shown, wars over power often lead to destruction, suffering, and long-lasting conflicts. If countries worked together instead of competing for dominance, war would not be necessary.
Many wars have also been caused by cultural and religious differences. People fear what they do not understand, and instead of accepting diversity, they try to destroy or control it. The Crusades, for example, were wars between Christians and Muslims over religious beliefs and control of the Holy Land. Even today, cultural and religious conflicts continue to cause violence. However, different cultures make the world richer, and instead of fighting over differences, people should learn from each other.
A world where nations see themselves as part of one human family would not need war. Countries that cooperate in trade, education, and science create stronger relationships and reduce conflict. If the focus shifted from conquering land and controlling cultures to understanding and working together, war would become unnecessary.
War is not a solution-it is a failure of humanity to resolve conflicts peacefully. Most wars come from the desire for power, land, and cultural control, but history proves that violence only brings destruction. If mankind unites, respects cultural differences, and shares resources, there will be no need for war. The choice is clear: we can continue fighting, or we can build a peaceful future together.
From :
Shravya Bhargava
Grade 8, Anand Niketan Satellite, Ahmedabad