By Alys Denby From the humble wristwatch to the atomic clock, innovations that came out of global conflicts transformed our relationship with time, says Richard Hoptroff Remembrance Sunday serves as a clear reminder of the devastating impact of war. Yet, amidst the tragedy and loss, these global conflicts brought with them innovation and advancements that continue to shape our lives today. Having dedicated my career to researching time, I’m always fascinated to see how the two world wars, in particular, impacted our relationship with time. Their urgency and scale irrevocably altered our need f…