Modern day warfare is caused by the same reason as with what happened at Thermopylae when Spartans fought against Persians. The only difference between today and the past is that we are now educated people with human rights and decency. Civilizations have evolved and progressed over the years. In my own opinion, NO, it would not create the same kind of heroes as before just because of some greedy ambitions and self-interest.
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