Aeroplanes Quote by Sam Hughes
“The aeroplane is an invention of the devil and will never play any part in such a serious business as the defence of the nation, my boy!”
About This Quote
Source Speech: Canadian Parliament debate, 1915
A claim that airplanes are unsuitable for national defense, reflecting fear of new technology.
In simple terms: Airplanes are seen as dangerous and useless for defense.
Key Takeaway
Consider technology's potential before dismissing.
Themes
war
technology
skepticism
Mood
cautious
reflective
Type
historical
military
When to use this quote
- military planning
- policy making
- public debate
Key Concepts
innovation
military strategy
risk assessment
Questions to Reflect On
- What factors cause resistance to new tech?
- How can innovation be responsibly integrated?
A Different Perspective
The view ignored future strategic value of air power.
![“It is apparent to me that the possibilities of the aeroplane, which two or three years ago were thought to hold the solution to the [flying machine] problem, have been exhausted, and that we must turn elsewhere.” quote by Thomas A. Edison](https://sms4smile.com/quotes/img-quotes/2d5/thomas-a-edison-866_aeroplanes_it-is-apparent-to-me-that-the-possibilit_1009237.jpg)
