Distillations | Science History Institute

Episode 17: Dual Use


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Science has long been a component of warfare, and in this week’s episode we look at how it has played a part in both destruction and preservation during times of war.

SHOW CLOCK

00:00 Opening Credits

00:32 Introduction

01:19 Conversation with Jeffrey Johnson

07:35 Element of the Week: Chlorine

09:35 Review of This Republic of Suffering

11:46 Quote: William Jennings Bryan

11:56 Closing Credits

CREDITS

Special thanks to David Caruso for researching this show. Additional credits available at chemheritage.org/distillations.

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