What is war for? Are there beneficial outcomes of the war? War is something that can change the entire world in a matter of minutes. War is a tool that can be used to conquer lands, destroy political leaders, and even eliminate entire groups of people. But other things war can do to benefit a nation are introduce new artistic, literary, and scientific discoveries. It can liberate enslaved communities, it can benefit the economy, and it can create a sense of nationalism for every country involved. Historian SB Luce states that “in the economy of nature, or in the providence of God, war is sent, not necessarily for the punishment of national sins, nor even for national exaltation; but, rather, for the formation of national character, the shaping of a people's destiny and the spread of civilization. It is only through long years of harsh trials and tribulations” (Luce pp. 672-683). Some individuals believe that the deaths caused by war do not outweigh the benefits resulting from it. Although death is a sad and tragic consequence of war, these men and women who die in war are given great honor not only to their family, but to the entire community. These brave people join the militia to help defend world peace and sometimes sacrifice their lives for the cause. These deaths are not accepted in vain, but with great appreciation from the beneficiary nation for years to come. The American Revolution, World War I, and the Cold War are some of the wars that had significant results, and the honorable servicemen who died in them are commemorated in history for all eternity. This first war of discussion is the eighteenth century clash known as the American Revolution. This war began when the British colonies in newly discovered North America began seeking independence from the homeland. After England raised taxes