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Part One: The Man Who Invented The Military-Industrial Complex

Behind the Bastards

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Captivating Steel: The Birth of Military Marketing

This chapter examines the innovative promotional tactics of an early industrialist who captivated audiences at an exhibition with a gigantic steel cannon and ingot. It reveals the societal shift from practical inventions to a fascination with weaponry, illustrating the psychological complexities and challenges faced by a nascent arms manufacturer amidst an evolving technological landscape.

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