Edison’s Deadly War Foresight and Readiness Plan
In a wide ranging interview, Edison predicts future warfare focused on deadly gases and electricity. He argues for a balanced U S plan of readiness avoiding mass conscription, advocating a national standing army, rapid factory mobilization, and advanced lab driven defenses while stressing civilian industry must not be neglected. He praises innovations like submarines and aircraft, warns of gas hazards to scientists, and urges preparedness with skilled volunteers and disciplined national oversight.