Military tradition is a core part of Caldari society and heritage. As a people, its citizens fought a long and bloody war to gain their independence, eventually surrendering their home planet to the Gallente Federation in order to preserve their way of life. It was at this time that the corporations established themselves as the driving force behind creating and maintaining the Caldari State. Even though the Caldari have not engaged in all-out war for almost a century, they still strive to be at the cutting edge of military technology, and their vessels, weapons, and fighting methods are second to none.
To curb their aggressive tendencies, Caldari citizens are encouraged to actively pursue a range of sporting activities, often sponsored by the state itself. Many of these are bloody competitions in the vein of gladiatorial combat, while others take the form of races and contests. Whatever the sport, they love betting on the outcome, making gambling a massive industry in the state and a core pillar of Caldari society.