The deceptive history of weapons hidden in plain sight
From the American Civil War to the Soviet-Afghan War, combatants have used sabotage to turn everyday supplies into deadly traps. This video explores the ingenious, if treacherous, methods used to rig ammunition and trade goods for military advantage.
The video examines various historical instances of tactical sabotage through modified supplies. Examples include the use of explosive coal during the Civil War and the distribution of rigged rounds in Vietnam. It also looks at how Soviet ammunition was boiled before being traded to locals in Afghanistan, a process intended to sabotage the enemy.
Source: Dirty Bullet Tricks
