TALK: Why is Chemical Warfare a Taboo? with Dan Kaszeta



Why is Chemical Warfare a Taboo? with Dan Kaszeta
Thursday 15th February, 7-8pm
In person tickets start from £15. Remaining tickets are available to pick up in person through Reception. 

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As the author of a book titled
Toxic, Dan Kaszeta is used to people asking him for his thoughts on chemical weapons. As he says, ‘I have learned that most people think such weapons are bad, but that they don’t really know why’. In this evening talk Dan offers a short history of chemical weaponry, engaging with the audience on their knowledge and thoughts, exploring together why such weapons have come to be banned.

Dan Kaszeta is a lifelong specialist in defence against chemical, biological, and radiological threats, with significant experience in broader defence subjects. Starting his career with active service in the US Army Chemical Corps, went on to work at the US Department of Defense and the White House Military office, before relocating to the UK.

In recent years Dan has become a widely-quoted authority on public affairs related to war crimes, particularly the misuse of chemical weapons. He contributes to the open-source intelligence site Bellingcat and is often quoted across other media. Dan’s recent books include Toxic (2020) and Forest Resistance: Baltic Resistance against the Nazis and Soviets (2023).

If Dan’s name is familiar to you, but perhaps you don’t know why, it’s likely because you’ve heard about him on TV, radio and news: he recently received an apology from the government after being mysteriously disinvited from speaking to a Ministry of Defence conference.  

Tickets available here. In person tickets start from £15. Dinner and book bundles available.

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