Leadership Quote by C.J. Chivers
““Based on this work, La Garde concluded that the newer, faster-moving and smaller-caliber bullets caused less tissue destruction, and were therefore more humane, than the heavier lead bullets used in most war to that time.””
About This Quote
Source Book: The Gun: The History of the Weapon That Changed the World by C.J. Chivers, 2011
Smaller, faster bullets inflict less damage, making them more humane than larger lead ones.
In simple terms: Smaller bullets cause less harm.
Key Takeaway
Consider humane alternatives in weapon design.
Themes
ethics
technology
warfare
humanitarianism
Mood
reflective
analytical
Type
historical
technical
When to use this quote
- military procurement
- medical trauma care
- policy debates
- historical analysis
Key Concepts
ballistics
humaneness
military innovation
Questions to Reflect On
- How do we balance humane weapons with battlefield needs?
- What are the long‑term impacts of less lethal ammunition?
A Different Perspective
Humaneness may conflict with effectiveness in combat.
