From War Room to Living Room

<p><b>The military's focus on innovation and problem-solving has led to the creation of numerous items and technologies that have transcended the battlefield and become commonplace in our daily lives.</b> <p/>This accessible reference volume explores 46 of these innovations from duct tape to microwaves focusing on the people and events that made each possible. Entries follow a standardized format that covers both the development and initial military applications of each innovation as well as its transition into civilian life. Readers will gain a better understanding of the challenges military leaders have faced for hundreds of years that have spurred these innovations from keeping tabs on enemy movements to keeping soldiers healthy and well-fed. Each entry also explores the historical antecedents of the innovation helping readers contextualize the evolution of objects and ideas. A carefully curated list of further readings rounds out each entry pointing readers toward additional resources for more in-depth study. For readers wishing to focus on a particular category of innovation a thematic list of entries at the beginning of the volume will help them narrow their search.</p>