Exponential Growth

<Tab/>In our modern world, it seems that everything, from business to transportation is progressing at an ever accelerating pace compared to how it was 100 or even 50 years ago. For instance, in the 18th century, General George Washington was able to successfully lead his army to victory in the American Revolution after quitting the military for 15 years. In today's fast paced world, such a feat would be impossible to accomplish. Imagine a soldier who fought in the Persian Gulf War leaving the military, then rejoining and fighting in the Iraqi war! An explanation for this acceleration lies in the study of anthropology. …