The Role of Social-media on the battlefields of the 21st Century.

Social-media has allowed us to connect with eachother in a way never before seen. These advances in technology have also brought with it the enhanced flow of information. A picture taken on a back street of New York can be seen by someone living on the other side of the globe.

What does social-media mean for warfare?

The conflcit in Ukraine has shown glimpses of the role that socialmedia will play in warfare. Not only will it serve to inform the global population of what its like on the ground, but it will also be a useful tool at combating misinformation, tracking. The conflict and even as a means of getting information to fleeing refugees.

A number of videos from the conflict have emerged on the web, showing the realities of war. What do you believe the role of social-media will be on the battlefields of tomorrow?

Take a look at some of the videos below. Viewer discretion is advised.