'Psychological Examining in the United States Army' Summary

When the United States entered World War I in 1917, a group of experimental psychologists came together to consider how they could contribute to the war effort. They quickly developed a plan for psychological examining, which was used to assess the mental fitness of recruits and to assign them to appropriate duties. The psychological examining program was a major success, and it helped the Army to identify and utilize the talents of its soldiers more effectively. This book provides a detailed account of the development and implementation of the psychological examining program, and it includes a wealth of data on the results of the program. It is an essential resource for anyone interested in the history of psychology or the role of psychology in the military.