From the Earth to the Moon Warfare Quotes

In the Civil War, regular folks are forced to become soldiers. That sort of training doesn't simply fade away: Their war-time experiences will continue to shape them well after the last shot is fired, for better or for worse.

Sounds like a waste to us. Although the Gun Club has some bona fide geniuses in its ranks, these men squander their talents on something that harms mankind. Why not spend that energy working on medical science or transportation technology or at least a new type of sandwich or something?

War + Technological Growth = Bad Times for Everyone. As technology becomes more powerful, killing each other becomes easier (but somehow less accurate) than ever. Think about nuclear weapons: Less than a hundred years after the writing of this book, a weapon is invented that can destroy an entire city in an instant.

Are we supposed to be impressed? Despite the Gun Club's immense pride in their work, we can't help but wish that they would take a moment to consider the consequences of their actions. Plus, the "2,375 men" discussed here were the Gun Club's fellow citizens. How can you be proud of that?

What a twisted mentality, right? The men of the Gun Club are so wrapped up in war that that they feel lost without it. It certainly doesn't help that their paychecks are a little bit smaller, too.

The press has played a big role in inciting war throughout American history—the Spanish-American, for example, only happened after the publication of some fake news stories. As you can see, some people will use any crazy excuse to start a war.

This is the beginning of the military industrial complex (a term coined by President Eisenhower) that will define American politics for many (many) years to come. Jules Verne? More like Nostradamus.

Why is the "most startling manifestation of human power" a weapon? Can't the human race have higher ambitions than that? Personally, we think they'd think differently if they saw the latest season of A Game of Thrones.

To be honest, wars have been declared for less. Minor territorial disputes can grow into something much larger—especially when moneyed interests are involved. Let's just hope they don't take Maston's advice.

Big up to Ardan for saying what we're all thinking. While we love the Gun Club as much as the next guy, we can't ignore the unsavory way that they initially achieved their fame. Hopefully, the moon mission represents a change of heart—but we're not holding our breath.