Springer - Arsenic and Old Mustard: Chemical Munitions Book

More than ten million poison gas shells and mortar bombs remain hidden across Europe, many serving as relics from World War I. These munitions, found in abandoned ammunition dumps or unexploded in the field, continue to pose risks as they are turned up daily during farming and construction projects. This specialized text from Springer addresses the significant challenges involved in identifying and destroying these hazardous materials. When old munitions are discovered, they are often heavily corroded, making it difficult to determine if they are standard explosives or chemical warfare (CW) munitions. This book explores the technical problems associated with the destruction of old arsenical and mustard munitions. It provides essential context for understanding how to identify specific agents and manage the risks posed by these decaying relics. This is a vital resource for those studying the chemical and historical aspects of chemical warfare agent management and the technical difficulties of modern disposal efforts.