From rudimentary spears and arrows to the devastating power of nuclear weapons, the evolution of weapons of war has mirrored the relentless march of human ingenuity and violence. As societies grew more complex, so did the sophistication of their weapons. Ancient civilizations employed siege engines to breach enemy fortifications, while medieval armies wielded swords, pikes, and bows with deadly precision. The advent of gunpowder revolutionized warfare, introducing cannons and muskets that could decimate ranks from afar. With the Industrial Revolution, weapons of mass destruction emerged, including chemical and biological agents. The 20th century witnessed the horrors of nuclear warfare, forever altering the potential for human annihilation. Today, the proliferation of drones, cyber weapons, and autonomous systems raises profound ethical and strategic questions, underscoring the continuous evolution of destruction through the annals of human history.
