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Mathematics and War

By Bernhelm Booß-Bavnbek (Editor), Jens Høyrup (Editor)
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By Bernhelm Booß-Bavnbek (Editor), Jens Høyrup (Editor)
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Mathematics has for centuries been stimulated, financed and credited by military purposes. Some mathematical thoughts and mathematical technology have also been vital in war. During World War II mathematical work by the Anti-Hitler coalition was part of an aspiration to serve humanity and not help destroy it. At present, it is not an easy task to view the bellicose potentials of mathematics in a proper perspective.

The book presents historical evidence and recent changes in the interaction...

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HistoryScience & TechnologyMilitary HistoryHistory & Philosophy of ScienceWorld War IIWorld War II - General & MiscellaneousHistory of Science