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Author:
Hughes, Larry J., 1953- author.
Title:
Rings of fire : how an unlikely team of scientists, ex-cons, women, and Native Americans helped win World War II / Larry J. Hughes.
Publisher:
Stackpole Books,
Copyright Date:
2024
Description:
pages cm
Subject:
Land, Edwin H.,--1909-1991.
World War, 1939-1945--Technology.
Technological innovations--History--20th century.
Optics--Military aspects--United States.
Fire control (Gunnery)--Optical equipment.
Antiaircraft guns--History--20th century.
World War, 1939-1945--War work.
Polaroid Corporation--History--20th century.
Scientists--United States--Biography.
Guerre mondiale, 1939-1945--Technologie.
Innovations--Histoire--20e siècle.
Conduite de tir--Équipement optique.
Canons antiaériens--Histoire--20e siècle.
Guerre mondiale, 1939-1945--Participation des civils.
Scientifiques--États-Unis--Biographies.
Notes:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Summary:
"Rings of Fire is the story of how Edwin Land, founder of Polaroid, and a unique cast of characters created the calcite-based optical ring sights that helped U.S. naval antiaircraft guns and army bazookas zero in on targets and claim victory in World War II. It is a story of American ingenuity, determination, and grit in the face of enemy attacks"-- Provided by publisher.
ISBN:
0811773892
9780811773898
OCLC:
(OCoLC)1420043158
LCCN:
2023051707
Locations:
CDPF771 -- Clive Public Library (Clive)

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