The Strange Tale of the Norden Bombsight
Offered By: TED via YouTube
Course Description
Overview
Explore the unexpected consequences of technological innovation in this captivating 15-minute TED talk by master storyteller Malcolm Gladwell. Delve into the fascinating history of the Norden bombsight, a groundbreaking piece of World War II technology that promised unprecedented accuracy in aerial bombing. Discover how this highly anticipated invention ultimately led to surprising and unforeseen results, challenging our assumptions about the relationship between technological advancement and military effectiveness. Gain valuable insights into the complexities of warfare, the limitations of technology, and the unpredictable nature of human conflict through Gladwell's engaging narrative style and thought-provoking analysis.
Syllabus
Malcolm Gladwell: The strange tale of the Norden bombsight
Taught by
TED
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