War Hawks and Chicken Hawks

The video explores the military experiences of various U.S. presidents and their decisions to engage in wars. It highlights a pattern where many presidents who pushed for war had little to no combat experience, coining the term 'chicken hawks.' The video covers historical conflicts from the War of 1812 to the War on Terror, examining how these leaders' backgrounds influenced their wartime policies. It also discusses the impact of the military-industrial complex and the disconnection of modern warfare from its consequences.

What role did James Madison play during the American Revolution?

• Commander of the Orange County militia

• General in the Continental Army

• Advisor to George Washington

• Diplomat to France

Why was President James Polk eager to go to war with Mexico?

• To defend against Mexican invasion

• To support Mexican independence

• To expand U.S. territory

• To establish trade relations

What was Abraham Lincoln's military experience before becoming president?

• He served as a general in the Civil War

• He was a volunteer in the Illinois militia

• He had no military experience

• He was a naval officer

What was President McKinley's stance on entering the Spanish-American War?

• He immediately called for military action

• He ignored the situation entirely

• He was hesitant and sought an inquiry

• He was eager to declare war

What was Woodrow Wilson's campaign slogan during his re-election in 1916?

• He kept us out of war

• A new deal for America

• Victory at all costs

• Peace and prosperity

What significant action did Franklin Roosevelt take after Japan attacked the U.S.?

• He declared war on Japan

• He signed a peace treaty

• He resigned from office

• He declared war on Germany

Which president warned about the military-industrial complex?

• Harry Truman

• Lyndon B. Johnson

• John F. Kennedy

• Dwight D. Eisenhower

What was Lyndon Johnson's military experience during World War II?

• He served as a general

• He had no military involvement

• He inspected shipyard facilities

• He was a combat pilot

What was George W. Bush's military background?

• He was a pilot in the Texas Air National Guard

• He was a naval officer

• He had no military experience

• He served in the Vietnam War

How did Barack Obama's foreign policy compare to George W. Bush's?

• It was more focused on diplomacy

• It focused solely on domestic issues

• It was identical in terms of military actions

• It completely reversed Bush's policies