Leah writes "tell me again why this war, any war has to take place..."

Either this is a joke or you are the most historically ignorant person ever to use a computer.

"All I'm saying is we need to be aware of the human consequences of a war and maybe the reality will help us avoid more wars in the future."

Leah, we are all aware. Trouble is, as long as there is more than one religion in the world, there will always be wars. As long as there are maniacs who will kill and rape for money and power, there will be wars. "World Peace" is an unreachable goal.

"Yes atrocities have been committed, are being committed all over the world."

You acknowledge these things take place, but do not advocate war to prevent them because they do not affect you personally. You have no honor.