The Vasa: A Cautionary Tale

This chapter recounts the tragic history of the Vasa, a Swedish warship that capsized on its maiden voyage due to poor design and ignored expertise. It explores the broader implications of leadership decisions on engineering, using the Vasa's fate to draw lessons on the significance of expert input in critical projects. The narrative emphasizes the dangers of political interference over professional guidance, connecting historical events to contemporary issues in management and decision-making.