Defenseless America (eBook)

Hudson Maxim (Autor)

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2022
207 Seiten
DigiCat (Verlag)
859-654737543-2 (EAN)

Infos

In "Defenseless America," Hudson Maxim presents a provocative and prescient examination of the vulnerabilities that America faces in a changing world. Written during the early 20th century and characterized by its incisive rhetoric and logical reasoning, the book delves deep into military preparedness and national security, arguing for the necessity of an advanced defense strategy. Maxim effectively combines a mix of historical analysis and speculative foresight, critiquing complacency in a time of growing international threats while drawing on examples from past conflicts to underscore his assertions. Hudson Maxim, a prominent American inventor and a passionate advocate for military reform, brings a wealth of experience and a unique perspective to this work. His background as an artillery expert and his involvement in munitions development lend authority to his arguments, as he implores his nation to be vigilant in the face of external aggressions. This work is informed by the tumultuous context of World War I, during which America grappled with its position and responsibilities on the world stage. "Defenseless America" is a must-read for those interested in military history, national security, and the evolution of American defense policy. Maxim's compelling arguments challenge readers to consider the implications of national vulnerability and the moral imperative of preparedness, making it a timeless call to action for citizens and policymakers alike.

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.

Produkt-Details

• Erscheint lt. Verlag: 16.9.2022
• Verlagsort: Prague
• Sprache: englisch
• Themenwelt: Literatur
• Themenwelt: Sachbuch/Ratgeber ► Geschichte / Politik ► Regional- / Landesgeschichte
• Themenwelt: Sozialwissenschaften ► Politik / Verwaltung
• Schlagworte: American defense • American Defense Policy • american historical fiction • Armies • Arms development • classic war novels • Defenseless America book • defenses • Defensive technology discussion • Distribution • Early 20th Century • early 20th century fiction • Early 20th-century history • historical non-fiction • Hudson Maxim works • industrial capacity • Infrastructure vulnerabilities • Innovator's perspective • Military Fiction • Military policy debates • military situation • Military strategy insights • Military Technology • national security • National security analysis • organization • Patriotic call to action • Patriotic novels • Persuasive non-fiction • political military narratives • pre-WWI literature • Technological Innovation • thought-provoking arguments • United States • vintage american classics • World War I preparation