The Effects of
War
You know the real meaning of
peace only if you have been
through the war…
-Kosovar
Before
Enviromental Damage
Example: Baghdad
After
Loss of family members
Russian Orphan
Refugee
Iraqi Orphan
Economy
The US spends billions of dollars for wars and weapons each year. The money that can be used for
better causes, such as providing food and water for people, all goes to violence.
Injuries and disabilities
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