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Chapter 09 #42

c) Creating military decoys

The Ghost Army, a unique unit in World War II, played the role of creating military decoys and deception. Composed of artists, engineers, and actors, this unit used inflatable tanks, sound effects, and fake radio transmissions to mislead the enemy about the strength and location of American forces. Their innovative tactics of military deception saved lives and played a crucial role in several campaigns across Europe.

An inflatable dummy tank, modeled after the M4 Sherman