A booby trap is a device set up to be triggered by an unsuspecting victim. As the word trap implies, they often have some form of bait designed to lure the victim towards it. However, in other cases the device is triggered when the victim performs some type of everyday action e.g. opening a door, picking something up or switching something on. Lethal booby traps are often used in warfare, particularly guerilla warfare, and traps designed to cause injury or pain are also sometimes used by criminals wanting to protect drugs or other illicit property, and by some owners of legal property who wish to protect it from theft. Booby traps which merely cause discomfort or embarrassment are a popular form of practical joke.
Trap used by Vietnamese, at Cu Chi Tunnels.
Wednesday, February 18, 2009
Booby Traps of the Vietnam War
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Labels: Weapon and War
Monday, November 17, 2008
Sculptures from the Weapon
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Labels: Art, Collection and Museum, Cool Pics, Creative, Illusions and Tricks, Sculptures, Weapon and War
Thursday, October 09, 2008
World War II Monuments and Memorials
War monuments are in many ways the most captivating structures mankind creates. Perhaps they catch our attention because they symbolize our most violent moments or the extremes of victory and defeat that transcend everyday reality. Some of these structures commemorate turning points in history, wins and losses that changed the courses of countries or even entire continents. Others are simply awesome architectural designs worthy of appreciation in their own right. From around the world, here are the most memorable, unique and extraordinary war monuments and memorials in military history.
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Labels: Art, Collection and Museum, History, Sculptures, Weapon and War