All Wars Are Bankers Wars: The Real History Of America Explained

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War: A Racket of Profit and Pain

Throughout history, war has been romanticized, glorified, and sold as a noble endeavor. Heroes are lauded, parades are thrown, and medals are pinned. But behind this façade lies a harsh, glaring truth: War is a racket. It’s a meticulously constructed industry designed to benefit the few at the expense of the many.

In the documentary by DH Unchained, titled “All Wars Are Banker Wars,” a compelling and controversial narrative unfolds, suggesting that behind the veil of every major conflict, private central banks lurk as the primary instigators. This perspective invites us to revisit the idea articulated by Major General Smedley D. Butler, a celebrated American military hero turned whistleblower, who famously called war a racket—a deceptive scheme designed to profit from the suffering of others.

Historical Context: The Financial Roots of Revolution

The American Revolution, as we learned in school, was ostensibly a fight for independence against British tyranny. However, DH Unchained argues that the primary catalyst was financial enslavement under King George III’s Currency Act. This act forced American colonies to abandon their own debt-free currencies in favor of banknotes from the Bank of England, resulting in economic servitude. Fast forward to post-revolutionary America, the establishment of the First and Second Banks of the United States—both private central banks—allegedly continued this cycle of debt, setting a precedent for future conflicts.

The Cost of Defiance: Presidential Assassinations and Wars

Presidents who dared to challenge the dominance of private central banks often met tragic ends. Abraham Lincoln’s issuance of greenbacks during the Civil War and John F. Kennedy’s executive order to distribute Treasury-issued dollars without Federal Reserve backing are highlighted as bold moves against financial powers. Both presidents were subsequently assassinated, suggesting a correlation between their monetary policies and their deaths.

The War of 1812:
Similarly, the video portrays the War of 1812 not as a mere geopolitical scuffle but an orchestrated effort by financial elites. The U.S. government’s refusal to renew the charter of the First Bank of the United States led to retaliation from Britain, financed by the Rothschild-controlled Bank of England. This was intended to force America back into a colonial-like financial dependence, solidifying the banks’ grip on the young nation’s economy.

Andrew Jackson’s Crusade:
President Andrew Jackson’s fight against the Second Bank of the United States culminated in his re-election campaign under the slogan “Jackson and No Bank.” His successful effort to terminate the bank’s charter and his subsequent survival of an assassination attempt are depicted as direct confrontations with entrenched financial interests.

Global Conflicts: Shifting the Blame to Financial Control

World War I and II are usually framed within the contexts of political alliances, imperial ambitions, and the rise of totalitarian regimes. However, the narrative put forth by DH Unchained contends that these wars were financially motivated. Germany’s efforts to establish a state-controlled banking system and issue currency independent of central banks threatened the financial status quo, necessitating its economic and military subjugation.

World War I:
Germany’s industrial capacity and independent banking practices were viewed as significant threats by the financial powers of Great Britain and its allies. Despite not starting the war, Germany quickly became the focal point, largely because its robust economy and financial independence posed a direct challenge to British economic hegemony.

World War II:
In a similar vein, Hitler’s economic policies aimed at extricating Germany from global banking influence set the stage for WWII. The issuance of state-backed currency and the rapid rebuilding of its economy under the National Socialist government made Germany an adversary to other nations’ financial agendas. The war effort was thus, in this narrative, driven by a need to dismantle Germany’s economic independence to preserve the prevailing financial order.

Modern Geopolitics: The Petro-Dollar and Continued Domination

The modern era owes much of its financial stability to the U.S. dollar’s status as the world’s reserve currency, achieved through strategic agreements like Nixon’s Petro-dollar deal with oil-producing nations. Countries attempting to trade oil in other currencies, such as Iraq’s move to trade oil in euros or Libya’s gold-backed dinar, faced swift military responses. These interventions, DH Unchained argues, were more about maintaining financial control than promoting democracy or protecting human rights.

The Petro-Dollar System:
After the collapse of the Bretton Woods system, the U.S. sought new ways to support the dollar’s dominance. Nixon’s agreement with Saudi Arabia to sell oil exclusively for dollars ensured sustained demand for the currency. This Petro-dollar system linked global oil transactions to the U.S. dollar, reinforcing its status as the world’s reserve currency.

Military Interventions:
Attempts by nations such as Iraq and Libya to abandon the dollar in favor of other currencies or commodity-backed systems were met with U.S.-led military interventions. The 2003 invasion of Iraq and the 2011 intervention in Libya are portrayed as efforts to reassert dollar dominance and prevent the establishment of alternative financial systems.

The Path Forward: Rethinking Financial Power Structures

One of the most striking aspects of “All Wars Are Banker Wars” is the urgent call to abolish private central banking altogether. By returning to state-issued, value-based currencies, nations could potentially escape cycles of debt and economic manipulation. This path, reminiscent of early American financial policies, suggests a way toward genuine sovereignty and economic stability unmarred by undue financial influence.

Smedley Butler’s impassioned argument aligns seamlessly with this perspective. War is not fought for freedom or democracy; it’s fought for profit—a dark, brutal reality that we must confront. As Butler conveyed, the real enemies are not on the battlefield; they are the profiteers, financial elites, and industrialists manipulating events from behind the scenes.

Exposing the Racket:
Butler’s critique of war is rooted in the observation that while soldiers sacrifice their lives, those who finance and supply wars profit enormously. He highlights the exploitation of war bonds, where bankers and financiers secure massive profits from the very citizens who believe they are aiding their country’s war efforts.

Conclusion: Breaking the Cycle of Endless War

The global stage is perpetually set for the next conflict. Nations eye each other suspiciously, alliances form and fracture, and the drums of war beat louder. The only effective way to put an end to this racket is to remove the profit motive from war. When the profiteers have no monetary gains to chase, their appetite for conflict will wane.

A New Financial Paradigm:
Shifting from private central banking to state-issued currencies based on tangible value and economic production can decentralize financial power and foster genuine national sovereignty. This model can reduce the influence of international financiers, who often drive nations into conflict for monetary gains.

Global Collaboration for Peace:
Beyond financial reform, creating international agreements that prioritize disarmament and the demilitarization of economic policies can dismantle the global war racketeering industry. Nations working together to restrict the profiteering potential of warfare can pave the way for sustained peace and development.

Enough is enough. We must expose this racket for what it truly is and strip the purveyors of war of their means to profit. Only then can we hope to see an end to the relentless cycle of conflict and suffering that has plagued humanity for far too long. Embracing a future free from the grip of private central banks could be the first step toward this transformative change.

In a world teetering on the brink of perpetual war, it’s time to challenge the financial structures that perpetuate conflict and pain. Only by acknowledging and dismantling these mechanisms can we pave the way for genuine peace and prosperity.