The hidden persuaders : government scientists and defence in post-war Britain

This thesis is the first systematic treatment of the role of scientists in the highest levels of decision and policy making in the British government. Its focus is on the crucial defence sector during the period from the end of the Second World War and up to the 1960s. It shows the strong influence...

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Main Author: Oikonomou, Alexandros-Panagiotis
Other Authors: Edgerton, David
Published: Imperial College London 2011
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Online Access:http://ethos.bl.uk/OrderDetails.do?uin=uk.bl.ethos.537242