Three Things That Made the Modern Economy
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Radar, Sanitation, and Innovation
This chapter explores the intertwined narratives of aviation technology and sanitation systems, beginning with the origins of radar and its vital role in civil aviation. It highlights historical events such as the Great Stink of 1858 and how public health crises catalyzed significant infrastructural changes, like Joseph Bazalgette's sewer system. The chapter further examines the complexities of investing in public goods, emphasizing the ongoing need for effective sanitation amidst global disparities.
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