Narcopolitics
Power Corrupts
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The Historical Use of Narcotics in Warfare
This chapter explores the historical application of narcotics in military contexts, highlighting their role in boosting soldier morale and undermining opponents. It offers vivid examples, from ancient practices like the use of Nepentis in Homer's Odyssey to the strategic use of laced wine by Carthaginian forces, revealing the dark side of drug manipulation in combat scenarios.
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