Hudson Maxim

Broschiertes Buch

Defenseless America

Beschreibung

"Defenseless America" by Hudson Maxim is a stark examination of the United States' preparedness for potential conflict in the early 20th century. Published during a period of escalating global tensions, this book presents a powerful argument for strengthening national defense and reforming military policy. Maxim's work meticulously analyzes the state of American defenses, offering a critical perspective on the nation's vulnerabilities. A significant contribution to American history, "Defenseless America" sheds light on the debates surrounding national security in the lead-up to World War I. This edition offers a valuable resource for understanding the historical context of American military strategy and the ongoing discussions surrounding national defense and international security. It remains a relevant study for anyone interested in the evolution of U.S. defense policy and 20th-century American history. This work has been selected by scholars as being culturally important, and is part of the knowledge base of civilization as we know it. This work is in the public domain in the United States of America, and possibly other nations. Within the United States, you may freely copy and distribute this work, as no entity (individual or corporate) has a copyright on the body of the work. Scholars believe, and we concur, that this work is important enough to be preserved, reproduced, and made generally available to the public. We appreciate your support of the preservation process, and thank you for being an important part of keeping this knowledge alive and relevant.

Autor

Hudson Maxim (1853-1927) was an American inventor, as well as a prolific author, best known for his work in military ordnance and explosives. Born in Orneville, Maine, Hudson Maxim was the brother of Hiram Maxim, the inventor of the Maxim machine gun. Although overshadowed by his brother's stark contributions to automatic weaponry, Hudson made his mark through the development of smokeless gunpowder and various high-explosive compounds, influencing the arms industry at a pivotal time in history. A pioneering chemist and self-taught expert in ballistics, his literary ambitions led him to address the issues of national defense and warfare from a technical and patriotic perspective. His book 'Defenseless America' presents a compelling argument for the modernization and strengthening of the United States' military capabilities at the brink of World War I. Employing a writing style that is both didactic and persuasive, Maxim sought to engage the public as well as military experts in discourse on the nation's preparedness-or lack thereof-against the backdrop of global conflict. Throughout his works, Maxim combined an intimate understanding of weaponry with a passionate plea for American resilience, leaving a nuanced imprint on the fabric of early 20th-century military literature.

Produktdetails

• Verlag: Creative Media Partners, LLC
• Erscheinungstermin: 29. März 2025
• Englisch
• Abmessung: 234mm x 156mm x 10mm
• Gewicht: 272g
• ISBN-13: 9781023392839
• ISBN-10: 1023392836
• Artikelnr.: 74013141