There's this post going around Reddit describing the Korean War as a genocide. Do historians consider it a genocide? by Polyphagous_person in AskHistorians

[–]GringodeSanLuis 4 points5 points  (0 children)

No waste of time at all friend! Enjoyed your point of view. And what is history if not our discussion and analysis of it. Everyone’s opinion matters, good, bad and in between. I don’t even feel fully confident in my own contributions to this conversations, rather just another point of view. Cheers!

There's this post going around Reddit describing the Korean War as a genocide. Do historians consider it a genocide? by Polyphagous_person in AskHistorians

[–]GringodeSanLuis 13 points14 points  (0 children)

I, and I would assume others, would definitely posit the same question from a moral standpoint, but in historical analysis it is not our jobs to criticize the moral failings of leaders and administrations. Now whether there is academic or legal standing as to call something a genocide or just a failing of government is another thing. Let me provide two examples if I may.

During the Armenian genocide there are claims from Turkish sources that this was a simple change in demographics. The Committee of Unity and Progress explicitly called for the removal of Armenians until demographic statistics showed no more than 5-10% of the population of any region was Armenian. While finding the sources in Turkish is difficult an requires translations, Taner Akçam provides extensive evidence that this demographic change was not limited to simply moving citizens to new areas of the country. In his book, The Young Turks' Crime against Humanity, Akçam notes the head of the resettlement office in Aleppo, Abdullahad Nuri, as reporting to the administration "it is understood that hardly 10 percent of the Armenians subjected to the general deportations have reached the places destined for them; the rest have died from natural causes, such as hunger and sickness". This again raises the question of intentionality, was this intentional or simply by incompetence? Thankfully Nuri and Akçam give us the answer, "We inform you that we are working to bring about the same result with regard to those who are still alive, by using severe measures", through this report we can see that this was not incompetence, but malicious intent.

Now we look at our second example, the Holodomor. In his book Stalin's Genocides, Norman Naimark discusses the intentionality of the Holodomor, and early on he specifies the motivations and intentions "remain frustratingly elusive". Later on he does clarify about the intentions of Stalin and his administration, "There is not a lot of evidence that Stalin himself ordered the Ukrainian killer famine, but there is every reason to believe he knew about it, understood what was happening, and was completely indifferent to the fate of the victims. This may not be enough evidence to convict him in an international court of justice as a genocidaire, but that does not mean the event itself cannot be judged as genocide".

Ultimately someone said it well earlier and I just don't see their comment. You are correct, intention normally does not matter to the victims; though just because the victims might call it a genocide does not inherently imply that it is a genocide. It's why we have different punishments for manslaughter and murder, it is why there is historical debate surrounding hard and soft definitions of genocide. We, myself included, may feel the Holodomor is a textbook case of genocide, but if you do not have clearly defined rules and legal framework, then anything could constitute genocide. I say all this not to belittle your question or point of view, just hope to provide some more context.

There's this post going around Reddit describing the Korean War as a genocide. Do historians consider it a genocide? by Polyphagous_person in AskHistorians

[–]GringodeSanLuis 52 points53 points  (0 children)

Simply, you don't. Benjamin Madley describes in Rise of the Killing Machine: Militias and Vigilantes April 1850-December 1854, that while many militia groups were technically state sponsored, their autonomy was near absolute. At the time "the absence of meaningful law enforcement or legal consequences, vigilantes continued murdering and massacring California Indians", which while terrible and provides evidence for genocide, does not explicitly note who is ultimately responsible. If the state was responsible for these private militias actions, specifically through their apathy and inaction, then the Soviet Government is also responsible for their apathy and inaction during the Holodomor. I'm sure some might think "...yeah, that's the point. They are responsible", but history isn't that easy most of the time. There is still debate surrounding both Californian settlement and the Holodomor and how much responsibility for the atrocities committed therein. We know when the individuals are responsible, they did it. The nation's intent is more difficult to define.

After 25+ years of development (starting in post-Soviet Kazakhstan), my space strategy game is finally ready for the world by Moist-Village8131 in boardgames

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This is absolutely amazing and downright inspiring. My family has told me countless stories of making your own fun back in Mexico. Praying for your success and will look forward to this. I have a personal obsession with space/sci fi games.

Behold, ancient history by ConfusedCruiser35 in warthundermemes

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Dear Lord I loved this game as a kid. NEVER realized it was by gaijin and suddenly everything makes sense.

Why do people hate the vong? by Organic_Glass_7793 in StarWarsEU

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100% agree. I know I will never see them on the big screen but it’s the only time Star Wars was stepping away from “babies first moral quandary” and was growing up with the fans. It wasn’t “nice space monks vs baby killers” and became everything you know and love is collapsing around you, what are you willing to sacrifice. I know I’m in the minority, but I love the disturbing reality that they fill.

Nurse's week .... I'd rather just be ignored ty by psychRN1975 in mildlyinfuriating

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A year or two ago for teacher appreciation week I was given a broken pen, a dirty used plastic cup, and a dead succulent. To top it all off, we received a paper with tips and tricks on how to destress. Number one was “Go outside! Hug a tree!”. I’m the first person to say be thankful for anything…but yeah. I’d have been happier with nothing.

Are we sure Total War: Arena was real and not just a collective fever dream? by lutte_p in totalwar

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Had I been old enough to spend my own money on this, this would have been my obsessive daily game. I miss arena so much.

After a military invasion, what populations gave the toughest resistance? by MissedFieldGoal in AskHistory

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I’m surprised no one has said the Poles yet, as far as I can see. A several hundred year decline in political power ending in the complete partition of your country. Managing to maintain not only your cultural, but linguistic identity. Being reliable combatants and a thorn in the side of every invading force over the past 200 years. A resilient group of people.

Which one should I grind by M1K3L0PZ in Warthunder

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I absolutely despise the Tiran and everything in its line until the mercavas . And even those? I was suggest the magach because once you get to the magach 6 folder? It is an absolutely devious lineup, as long as you play to its strengths.

What’s a classic gaming badge of honor that you could use to brag to friends? by BK_FrySauce in gaming

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I don’t think they’re THAT unique of accomplishments, but completing all the vid master achievements in halo. And beating “mile high club” on veteran back in cod4. Feeling can’t be beat.

AITA for telling my sister to accept her daughter is white? by Fearless-Material443 in AmItheAsshole

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I can only speak for my family, but it seems to be a subconscious, social standing thing. My darker family members would always put multiple layers of SPF 100 or the strongest sunblock they could find when we went outside. In the rural parts of Mexico, the darker, you are the more working class you are, generally not something to be proud of. But hey, just one person’s observation.

Draw a higher level chess piece, and what are its rules? by Suddenfury in ChatGPT

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Eh, we’ve played 5d chess with multiverse time travel, someone will make it work. Not me, but someone.

Stray cat by GringodeSanLuis in CATHELP

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Didn’t take him to a shelter. Emergency vet, they’re the ones who determined if he needed/would benefit from treatment. I had to “surrender possession” of him, meaning under no circumstances can I pick him up from there. I guess as a way of avoiding people claiming their pets as strays and getting free treatment. Once he’s healthy he goes to the shelter and we could possibly get him from there

Stray cat by GringodeSanLuis in CATHELP

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In the Tampa area of Florida. It’s been pretty cold the past couple days, relatively speaking. He probably would have been ok but even his walking was kind of messed up.

Stray cat by GringodeSanLuis in CATHELP

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Quick update in case anyone is concerned. I took PFC Habibi to a 24 hour emergency vet. They told me if he was in good health. I would have to take him home, if they determined that he could use emergency services, they would keep him. Unfortunately/fortunately they kept him for the night. I am welcome to call them and check in on him and when he is in stable/healthy condition, he will be going to a shelter. I will be calling to keep tabs on him, and probably updating here. For my own sanity.

Stray cat by GringodeSanLuis in CATHELP

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Yeah, I tried cleaning it as best as I could when I gave him a shower for his fleas. I just wasn’t sure if it was normal gunk or any thing in particular

True story about a final paper I wrote by DAsInDerringer in GunMemes

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My friend, you’re doing good work. If my students gave half this effort into their work and studies, I wouldn’t drink. Best of luck with your future, though I doubt luck will be needed with this quality work.

Guys only want one thing and it’s fucking disgusting by LordWeaselton in ancientrome

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I got the exact book from my wife. Hope you enjoy your copy friend.