Soldiers of Reason

"Soldiers of Reason" offers a comprehensive history of the RAND Corporation, a influential think tank founded after World War II that has shaped U.S. military and foreign policy for over six decades. Drawing from extensive archives, the book explores RAND’s development from advising on war strategies to influencing major historical events and ideologies, including nuclear strategy, rational warfare, and social transformation. It highlights the organization's role in both military innovations and the evolution of American societal and political ideals, providing a thought-provoking perspective on its impact on contemporary history.