Posted on May 27, 2016

The Horrific Effectiveness of Flamethrowers | RealClearDefense

Nicholas Efstathiou

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Interesting article on flamethrowers that gives a good summary of the weapon.

The Horrific Effectiveness of Flamethrowers | RealClearDefense

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Nicholas Efstathiou a very effective weapon for some targets. Great psychological effect.

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Nicholas Efstathiou

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Exceptionally so, sir. I read a USMC report put out shortly after Peleliu which discussed the need and effectiveness of the weapon in reducing Japanese strong points.

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SSG Leo Bell

Posted 8 y ago

I wouldn't never want to be on the bad end of one of those. Thanks for sharing

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Alan K.

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Horrifying....That's the word for it. What a way to go!

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