Quote by Leonard Wibberley

The crime which is done now is that war has made a tool and slave of science, and man's knowledge, painfully and laboriously compiled, is made the instrument of man's destruction.

The crime which is done now is that war has made a tool and

Summary

This quote highlights the unfortunate consequence of war on science and knowledge. It suggests that in times of conflict, science is used in destructive ways, turning the valuable knowledge that humanity has accumulated into a means of causing harm. It emphasizes the disheartening reality that instead of utilizing scientific advancements for progress and betterment, they are exploited to serve the destructive purposes of warfare. Ultimately, it underscores the detrimental impact of war on scientific pursuits and the misuse of acquired knowledge for acts of violence.

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War Science

By Leonard Wibberley

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