It depends on your perspective, I think.

I don't think anyone will tell you it's stupid to die defending your family or your freedom.

But to die for money, oil, or your god, that is stupid.

And btw, from what I learned about history, I believe that by dropping the bombs on the Japanese, we saved American AND Japanese lives in the balance. The Japanese were not going to surrender otherwise. And they are our allies now, as are the Germans.

Many many Americans have died for the freedom of other countries, not just our own.

Something in your subject line caught my eye. You mention men. Please tell me that you hold men and women equal. Maybe I misunderstand Muslim beliefs, please respond.