Stuff They Don't Want You To Know

CLASSIC: Animals At War: Fact vs. Fiction

27 snips
Jan 9, 2025
Animals have been integral to warfare throughout history, serving as scouts, sentries, and even weapons. From the unusual use of dolphins and bats to trained pigeons and otters in espionage, their roles often blur the lines between myth and reality. The podcast highlights bizarre accounts like cyborg sharks and weapons of insect warfare, all with a humorous twist. It challenges our perceptions of these animal allies, mixing serious historical insights with light-hearted anecdotes about their contributions and the oddities of military operations.
Ask episode
AI Snips
Chapters
Transcript
Episode notes
ANECDOTE

Bat Bombs

  • The U.S. considered using bats with napalm bombs in Project X-Ray to destroy Japanese cities.
  • The plan failed because the bats escaped and caused accidental fires, including burning down a hangar.
ANECDOTE

Camel Bombers

  • Camels were used as suicide bombers in the Soviet-Afghan War.
  • This was similar to the ancient practice of using flaming pigs to attack enemies.
ANECDOTE

Insect Warfare

  • Japan used insects to spread cholera and plague among enemy forces in WWII.
  • The U.S. also tested similar germ warfare methods on its own citizens in Florida and Georgia.
Get the Snipd Podcast app to discover more snips from this episode
Get the app