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Hellfire Boys: The Birth of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service and the Race for the Worlds Deadliest Weapons,Used
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This explosive look into the dawn of chemical warfare during World War I is 'a terrifying piece of history that almost no one knows' (Hampton Sides).In 1915, when German forces executed the first successful gas attack of World War I, the world watched in horror as the boundaries of warfare were forever changed. Cries of barbarianism rang throughout Europe, yet Allied nations immediately jumped into the fray, kickstarting an arms race that would redefine a war already steeped in unimaginable horror.Largely forgotten in the confines of history, the development of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service in 1917 left an indelible imprint on World War I. This small yet powerful division, along with the burgeoning Bureau of Mines, assembled research and military unites devoted solely to chemical weaponry, outfitting regiments with hastily made gasresistant uniforms and recruiting scientists and engineers from around the world into the fight.As the threat of new gases and more destructive chemicals grew stronger, the chemists' secret work in the laboratories transformed into an explosive fusion of steel, science, and gas on the battlefield. Drawing from years of research, Theo Emery brilliantly shows how World War I quickly spiraled into a chemists' war, one led by the companies of young American engineersturnedsoldiers who would soon become known as the 'Hellfire Boys.' As gas attacks began to mark the heaviest and most devastating battles, these brave and brilliant men were on the front lines, racing against the clock and the Germans to protect, develop, and unleash the latest weapons of mass destruction.
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- Q: What is the main topic of 'Hellfire Boys'? A: 'Hellfire Boys' explores the origins of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service during World War I and the impact of chemical warfare on the battlefield.
- Q: Who is the author of 'Hellfire Boys'? A: The author of 'Hellfire Boys' is Theo Emery.
- Q: What is the publication date of this book? A: 'Hellfire Boys' was published on November 14, 2017.
- Q: How many pages does 'Hellfire Boys' contain? A: 'Hellfire Boys' has a total of 560 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Hellfire Boys' have? A: 'Hellfire Boys' is available in hardcover binding.
- Q: Is 'Hellfire Boys' a first edition? A: Yes, 'Hellfire Boys' is a first edition.
- Q: What are the key themes discussed in the book? A: The key themes include the evolution of chemical warfare, the role of the U.S. Chemical Warfare Service, and the experiences of the 'Hellfire Boys' during World War I.
- Q: Is there any information about the condition of the book? A: The item condition of 'Hellfire Boys' is listed as new.
- Q: Does 'Hellfire Boys' cover any historical events? A: Yes, the book covers significant historical events related to chemical warfare during World War I.
- Q: What category does 'Hellfire Boys' fall under? A: 'Hellfire Boys' is categorized under Biological & Chemical.