STEM on the battlefield

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Dirty bombs and shell shock

biology goes to war
2018
"From using horses in battle to operating hospitals in a war zone, biology has been an important part of warfare. Readers will learn about the scientists and concepts that contributed to modern understanding of biology."--Provided by publisher.

Smoke screens and gas masks

chemistry goes to war
2018
From Greek fire to bulletproof vests, learn how chemistry has changed how wars are fought.

Torpedoes, missiles, and cannons

physics goes to war
"From arrows to missiles, understanding physics has been key to the history of warfare. Through interesting text and high-impact graphics, readers will come to understand practical applications of science and the important people and concepts that have contributed to history"--.
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Hovercraft and humvees

engineering goes to war
"Engineering has always been an important part of war. Engineers build defenses, weapons, and transportation for troops. From catapults to helicopters to hovercraft, discover how military engineers have changed war on land, at sea, and in the air!".
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Codes, ciphers, and cartography

math goes to war
2018
Math has always been key to warfare. From making sure an army has enough supplies to recording casualties and damage, discover how math and calculations lie at the heart of warfare.
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