The Resource Wars (unofficial name, possibly also known as World War III, World War IV or World War V) are a series of wars and conflicts on Earth. It is unknown when they began and if they ended, but they were occurring throughout the 2140s.
Which government/country attacked first and why is also not revealed, although in the context of the Avatar series, it can be argued it does not really matter as the conflict can simply be seen as a statement about human nature.
Background[]
In the 22nd century, the vast amount of overpopulation on Earth has led to countries fighting over resources such as food and water. In Project 880, it is mentioned the general populace is forced to eat a bankrupt diet of cheap carbohydrates and synthetic proteins.
Very little is known about these wars, but there are a few hints given throughout the series:
- Miles Quaritch comments Jake Sully fought in Venezuela in South America. The conflict left him paralyzed.
- Quaritch also fought three tours in Nigeria, Africa with the Marines' First Reconnaissance Battalion.
- Frances Ardmore is also said to have won and waged many wars during her time.
- Daniela Neves-MacKay is said to have never lived a life without combat.
- Anqa Salaam is said to have lived in a desert region which was invaded a long time ago for the purpose of oil.
- Corporations are defending themselves against local uprisings.[1]
References[]
- ↑ Biography: Victor Morgado