“I believe it is the duty of each of us to act as if the fate of the world depended on him. Admittedly, one man by himself cannot do the job. However, one man can make a difference. We must live for the future of the human race, and not for our own comfort or success.”
Quote by Hyman Rickover
Work
Economics of Defense Policy: Selected congressional testimony and speeches by Adm. H.G. Rickover, 1953-81
Economics of Defense Policy presents a collection of speeches and testimonies by Admiral H.G. Rickover, highlighting his views on the economic aspects of defense policy from 1953 to 1981. The book provides a comprehensive look at Rickover's contributions to the understanding of defense economics and national security during his tenure in the United States Congress. more
Author
Hyman Rickover
Hyman Rickover was a prominent American naval officer, known as the 'Father of the Nuclear Submarine'. Born on January 27, 1900, and passing away on July 8, 1986, Rickover made significant contributions to the development of nuclear-powered submarines during his service in the United States Navy. His work propelled the U.S. Navy into a new era of strategic advantage during the Cold War. more
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