Six-legged Soldiers

Six-Legged Soldiers
Author	Jeffrey A. Lockwood
Language	English
Publisher	Oxford University Press
Publication Date	2008
ISBN	978-0-19-533305-3
Pages	377

Six-Legged Soldiers: Using Insects as Weapons of War is a book by Jeffrey A. Lockwood, published in 2008 by Oxford University Press. The book explores the historical use of insects in warfare and biological warfare.

Overview

The book provides a comprehensive history of the use of insects as biological weapons. It covers various instances where insects have been used to harm enemy populations, destroy crops, and spread disease.

Historical Context

Throughout history, insects have been used in warfare in various ways. For example, during World War II, both the Axis powers and the Allies researched the use of insects to spread diseases such as malaria and dengue fever.

Key Themes

• The use of insects in agricultural warfare to destroy enemy crops.
• The role of insects in spreading infectious diseases during conflicts.
• Ethical considerations and the potential for misuse of insects in modern warfare.

Reception

The book has been praised for its thorough research and engaging writing style. It has been reviewed in various academic journals and has sparked discussions on the ethical implications of using insects in warfare.

See Also

• Biological warfare
• Entomology
• Military history

References

• Lockwood, Jeffrey A. Six-Legged Soldiers: Using Insects as Weapons of War. Oxford University Press, 2008.

External Links

• [Oxford University Press page on Six-Legged Soldiers](https://global.oup.com/academic/product/six-legged-soldiers-9780195333053)