The hydrogen bomb was developed as a more powerful weapon from "summary" of The Making of the Atomic Bomb by Richard Rhodes
The hydrogen bomb was developed in response to the perceived limitations of the atomic bomb. While the atomic bomb was a devastating weapon in its own right, scientists and military strategists believed that a more powerful weapon was needed to ensure national security in the face of growing global tensions. The hydrogen bomb, also known as a thermonuclear bomb, was designed to harness the power of nuclear fusion, the same process that powers the sun. By fusing hydrogen isotopes together at incredibly high temperatures and pressures, the hydrogen bomb was capable of producing a much larger explosion than the atomic bomb. The development of the hydrogen bomb was not without controversy. Many scientists were opposed to the development of such a powerful weapon, fearing the destructive potential it held. However, the military saw the hydrogen bomb as a necessary deterrent against potential adversaries, believing that the threat of such a devastating weapon would prevent conflict. The hydrogen bomb represented a significant leap forward in the destructive capabilities of nuclear weapons. Its sheer power and destructive force made it a potent symbol of the Cold War arms race, with both the United States and the Soviet Union racing to develop and stockpile these weapons in a show of strength and deterrence.- The development of the hydrogen bomb served to escalate the arms race between the superpowers, leading to an ever-increasing stockpile of nuclear weapons and heightening tensions between the two sides. The hydrogen bomb was a stark reminder of the destructive potential of nuclear weapons and the need for international cooperation to prevent their use in future conflicts.
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