What makes a country attack first instead of waiting? In this Dad Tangent, we explore the idea of preventive war — when leaders decide it’s safer to strike now rather than risk danger later. From ancient rivalries to modern conflicts, this pattern shows up again and again in history. Learn how fear, strategy, and uncertainty can push nations into wars they claim are meant to keep peace. Support the show at https://buymeacoffee.com/historywithdad and follow on Spotify for more history adventures.