Governments declare war to make things official. Imagine you're playing a game with your friend, and instead of just starting a fight in the middle of the playground, you raise your hand and say 'I officially challenge you!' That's like declaring war, it makes everyone know what's going on, and it gives people a reason to join in.
Examples
- Two kids declare war in the playground before starting their battle.
- An army general says 'We are now at war!' before charging into battle.
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See also
- Why Do Governments Choose to War?
- Why Do Politicians Always Agree on the Big Picture But Disagree on the Details?
- How Does a Parliamentary System Work Compared to a Presidential One?
- How Does a Shadow Cabinet Actually Work?
- How Can One Person Become the Leader of an Entire Country?