War is a Racket

In the 1930’s, one of the most decorated Marines in US history came out against what looked to be an impending war in Europe. Smedley Butler traveled through the US on a lecture circuit that included, schools, churches, civic organizations and universities. He was one of the first to come out against the rise of a military-industrial complex. War is a Racket is just as valuable of a treatise now than it has ever been. In light of recent events, I really suggest a quick read. It’s not a long book and it reads easily. Your eyes will be opened.

Tags: anti-war, history, marines, Smedley Butler, war