Militarism

The Problem with the Poppy

Today marks the centenary of World War I as millions of people up and down the country attend events in remembrance of Britain’s war dead. The decision to wear a poppy in tribute is a personal one, but many choose to instead wear the white poppy of peace or no poppy at all out of principle. Some public figures have been shamed for refusing to wear a poppy, but Jonny Smart argues it’s been used to fuel British nationalism and legitimise the continuation of imperialist foreign policies…

The Problem with the Poppy

On Arms Fair Activism

As Glasgow gears up for the arrival of the Undersea Defence Technology (UDT) Arms Fair, anti-militarism campaigner Jay Sutherland reflects on the significance of this, Glasgow City Council's pathetic response and how activists can co-ordinate their response...

On Arms Fair Activism

Scotland Against Militarism

Scotland has a deeply embedded military culture stretching back to the inception of the British Empire. The minimum recruitment age for the British Army is 16, but campaigners argue indoctrination begins at a far younger age. Jay Sutherland, only 16 himself, organises the Scotland Against Militarism campaign...

Scotland Against Militarism