Scientists Against Time, Volume 1"This is the story of the development of weapons of war, but it is also the story of an advance in the whole complex of human relations in a free society, and the latter is of the greater significance. It is also the story of the advance of medicine under war stress. As man's knowledge of his environment extends, that is as science advances, it is well that it should be applied to ease man's lot and fend off the harshness of nature. This is not the greatest goal of the extension of knowledge, but it is a very great one. It was kept in view even in war, while the great weight of science became aplied to destruction; ... In fact, in the long run, it is probable that the medical advance of the war will save as many lives as were lost by military operations during its continuance. This is the mission of the medical profession, to save lives and mitigate suffering, and it was well done."--Foreword, page xvi |
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PART ONEThe Race for Superiority in New Weapons in | 3 |
Science and Strategy | 26 |
The Seesaw of Submarine Warfare | 37 |
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