Chapter
The Psychology of Killing: Resistance and Intimidation
3:34:28 - 3:40:32 (06:04)
Historians and Lieutenant Colonel Dave Grossman argue that resistance to killing is strongest at close range, and the idea of bayonet fighting is largely a myth. Soldiers like the British Gurkhas, who are comfortable with hand-to-hand combat, are considered more intimidating in battle than others.
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The debate on whether a modern-day military unit could defeat the Greek phalanx hinges on the effectiveness of strategy and training versus cultural understanding in combat.
3:34:28 - 3:36:36 (02:08)
Summary
The debate on whether a modern-day military unit could defeat the Greek phalanx hinges on the effectiveness of strategy and training versus cultural understanding in combat. Despite modern-day advancements, the cultural knowledge of ancient Greeks may give them an advantage in a head-to-head battle.
ChapterThe Psychology of Killing: Resistance and Intimidation
EpisodeShow 57 - Kings of Kings II
PodcastDan Carlin's Hardcore History
The resistance to killing becomes intense within bayonet range, but the use of bayonets in combat has declined due to an increase in people shooting at each other on the battlefield over the past few centuries.
3:36:36 - 3:40:32 (03:56)
Summary
The resistance to killing becomes intense within bayonet range, but the use of bayonets in combat has declined due to an increase in people shooting at each other on the battlefield over the past few centuries.