Isbn: 9781333405199 - the new world of science: its development during the war (classic reprint) (3 risultati)

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

PAP. Condizione: New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000.

Paperback. Condizione: New. Print on Demand. This book delves into the crucial role science played in the Great War, examining how the mobilization of scientific expertise became vital to national defense and industrial success. The author explores the lessons learned from historical examples, such as Napoleon's utilization of the French Academy of Sciences and the creation of the National Academy of Sciences in the United States during the Civil War. The book then details the establishment and wartime activities of the National Research Council, highlighting its crucial role in coordinating scientific research and development for military and industrial purposes. Through specific examples, the author examines the contributions of various scientific fields, including physics, chemistry, geology, and engineering, to the war effort. The book ultimately argues that the war underscored the importance of scientific research as a national asset, leading to the establishment of dedicated institutions to foster scientific progress and its application for both national defense and economic advancement. This book provides a valuable historical perspective on the intersection of science and warfare, offering insights into the enduring impact of scientific research on national progress. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item.…