{"product_id":"from-war-room-to-living-room","title":"From War Room to Living Room","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThe military''s focus on innovation and problem-solving has led to the creation of numerous items and technologies that have transcended the battlefield and become commonplace in our daily lives.\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis accessible reference volume explores 46 of these innovations, from duct tape to microwaves, focusing on the people and events that made each possible. Entries follow a standardized format that covers both the development and initial military applications of each innovation as well as its transition into civilian life. Readers will gain a better understanding of the challenges military leaders have faced for hundreds of years that have spurred these innovations, from keeping tabs on enemy movements to keeping soldiers healthy and well-fed. Each entry also explores the historical antecedents of the innovation, helping readers contextualize the evolution of objects and ideas. A carefully curated list of further readings rounds out each entry, pointing readers toward additional resources for more in-depth study. For readers wishing to focus on a particular category of innovation, a thematic list of entries at the beginning of the volume will help them narrow their search.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57513604546933,"sku":"9798765129432","price":21.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"url":"https:\/\/backstory.london\/products\/from-war-room-to-living-room","provider":"Backstory","version":"1.0","type":"link"}