Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff cover image

Part One: The Surrealists Were Even Cooler Than You Thought

Cool People Who Did Cool Stuff

00:00

Surrealists in WWII: Camouflage and Fake Armies

This chapter explores the role of surrealists in World War II, specifically their involvement in camouflage techniques and the creation of fake armies. Surrealists transformed concrete pillboxes into various structures and emphasized the art of tricking the eye. The chapter also discusses the use of camouflage in creating dummy tanks and vehicles to deceive the enemy.

Transcript
Play full episode

The AI-powered Podcast Player

Save insights by tapping your headphones, chat with episodes, discover the best highlights - and more!
App store bannerPlay store banner
Get the app