What are the chances of surviving a war?

What are the chances of surviving a war?

So, just under 2%. Another 115,000 died non-combat deaths, so now you're up to 4%. The odds change, of course, depending on where – or if – you saw combat. 70,000 soldiers, mostly Marines, served on Iwo Jima, for example, and 10% of them were killed.

What happens to citizens during war?

As you said, at first citizens go about business as usual, except for the people in the combat zones, who leave or die. When the opposition forces reach populated areas either the government has announced evacuation to a “safer” location – refugee camps, or the people die in clashes between forces.

What should you do before a war?

Build an Emergency Supply Kit, which includes items like non-perishable food, water, a battery-powered or hand-crank radio, extra flashlights and batteries. You may want to prepare a kit for your workplace and a portable kit to keep in your car in case you are told to evacuate. Make a Family Emergency Plan.