The Duality of Progress and Ideology

This chapter explores the complex lives of scientists Fritz Haber and Karl Bosch amidst the rise of the Nazi regime in Germany, highlighting their groundbreaking contributions to chemistry and the moral dilemmas it posed. It delves into Haber's struggle with his Jewish identity in the face of rampant anti-Semitism, juxtaposed with Bosch's attempts to advocate for Jewish scientists. The narrative reflects on how personal tragedies and monumental scientific achievements were overshadowed by the oppressive ideologies of their time.