The Social Impact of Bio-Terrorism

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This paper discusses how biological weapons assume a wide range of man-made and natural forms and how they seem to strike an elemental chord in people. It provides an overview of biological weapons, how they are used, and some specific examples of these types of weapons. An assessment of the social ramifications of the use of biological weapons is followed by a summary of the research in the conclusion.

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Introduction
Review and Discussion
Background and Overview
How Biological Weapons Are Used
Examples of Biological Weapons Used
Assessment of Social Ramifications of Biological Warfare
Conclusion

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"In 1969, President Richard M. Nixon stated that the United States would not conduct biological warfare against another nation even if that nation used such warfare against the United States. Further, President Nixon ordered that all U.S. stocks of biological weapons be destroyed. In 1972 a treaty (the "Biological Weapons Convention") was signed by more than 70 countries prohibiting the production, stockpiling, or development of biological weapons and requiring destruction of existing stockpiles. Nevertheless, a number of nations, particularly among the developing states, found biological weapons to be an affordable and viable alternative to nuclear arms and began to engage in experiments in the late 20th century."

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