What Are The Deadliest Chemical Weapons Of All Time? | War Machines | Progress

Since the fateful day of April 22, 1915, at the Second Battle of Ypres, the world witnessed the emergence of sinister chemical weapons. Unleashed upon the battlefield, it claimed the lives of 5,000 soldiers, with 15,000 others left wounded, forever changing the face of warfare. Despite its prohibition under the Geneva Protocol in 1925, the story of chemical weapons unfolds with chilling persistence. From the devastating World Wars to more recent conflicts, these lethal agents have been wielded in sinister ways, leaving behind a legacy of suffering and devastation. Explore the dark history and haunting consequences of these deadly creations in this profound exploration of chemical warfare.

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