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"Sport in War" examines the role of sportsmanship, ethics, and physical fitness in the context of military conflict. Written by Baron Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, the founder of the Boy Scouts, this work explores how the principles of fair play and the pursuit of excellence on the sporting field can translate to the battlefield. Baden-Powell delves into historical examples and philosophical arguments, highlighting the importance of character, resilience, and teamwork in overcoming adversity.
This book provides insights into the attitudes and values prevalent at the turn of the 20th century, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of sport, war, and national identity. It remains relevant for those interested in military history, the history of sport, and the ethical considerations of warfare. "Sport in War" is a testament to Baden-Powell's enduring legacy as an advocate for physical and moral development.
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This title is printed to order. This book may have been self-published. If so, we cannot guarantee the quality of the content. In the main most books will have gone through the editing process however some may not. We therefore suggest that you be aware of this before ordering this book. If in doubt check either the author or publisher’s details as we are unable to accept any returns unless they are faulty. Please contact us if you have any questions.
"Sport in War" examines the role of sportsmanship, ethics, and physical fitness in the context of military conflict. Written by Baron Robert Stephenson Smyth Baden-Powell, the founder of the Boy Scouts, this work explores how the principles of fair play and the pursuit of excellence on the sporting field can translate to the battlefield. Baden-Powell delves into historical examples and philosophical arguments, highlighting the importance of character, resilience, and teamwork in overcoming adversity.
This book provides insights into the attitudes and values prevalent at the turn of the 20th century, offering a unique perspective on the intersection of sport, war, and national identity. It remains relevant for those interested in military history, the history of sport, and the ethical considerations of warfare. "Sport in War" is a testament to Baden-Powell's enduring legacy as an advocate for physical and moral development.
This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work was reproduced from the original artifact, and remains as true to the original work as possible. Therefore, you will see the original copyright references, library stamps (as most of these works have been housed in our most important libraries around the world), and other notations in the work.
This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work.
As a reproduction of a historical artifact, this work may contain missing or blurred pages, poor pictures, errant marks, etc. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.