Oh What A Time... #115 Weird Wars (Part 2)
Jun 2, 2025
Explore the absurdity of the Emu War, where Australian farmers waged war against birds during the Great Depression. Delve into the chaotic Football War between El Salvador and Honduras, showcasing how a soccer match can ignite political tensions. The discussion also takes a comedic turn with stories of fan antics at live events, tying in the cultural impact of sports on society. Plus, hear about the bizarre global conflicts among invasive ant colonies, proving that even nature can have its weird wars!
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The Great Emu War
- In 1932 Western Australia, farmers declared war on emus destroying their crops using military machine guns.
- Despite heavy gunfire, the emus proved tough and fast, and the campaign was a costly failure hugely publicized in cinemas.
Emu War's Modern Relevance
- The Emu War reflects the tension between human needs and wildlife management, rural vs urban attitudes.
- It parallels modern conflicts over animal control in populated areas, revealing ongoing challenges in coexistence.
The Global Ant War
- The largest war by lives lost on Earth is the global ant war between invasive Argentine ant supercolonies.
- These massive colonies violently conflict across continents, with no natural predators to control them.
