About the book: 1959 / The brochure by G. I. Pokrovsky "Science and technology in modern wars" talks about the great role of modern science and technology in military affairs. The author examines the most important problems of the natural and technical sciences related to military affairs. The brochure does not claim to be a complete coverage of the issues raised in it or to provide a comprehensive consideration of them. The author sought to provide material for judgment on this topic, to help military personnel in the development of creative thought and in independent work to generalize the experience of study, education and combat training, in developing bold, correct scientific foresight so that no surprises could take them by surprise. The brochure is designed for officers of the Soviet Army, Aviation and Navy.