The Great Emu War

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In 1932, following the Great Depression, Australia faced an unexpected "invasion." Over 20,000 emus were migrating into wheat-growing districts, devastating the livelihoods of local farmers. In a desperate move, the government deployed the Seventh Heavy Battery of the Royal Australian Artillery.

Armed with machine guns and thousands of rounds of ammunition, the soldiers expected an easy victory. However, the emus proved to be formidable guerrilla fighters. They split into small groups, moved at speeds of 30 mph, and could soak up multiple bullets without slowing down.

After several weeks of failed attempts and embarrassing headlines, the military was forced to retreat. The commanding officer even remarked that if he had a division of these birds, they could face any army in the world. The Great Emu War remains a documented reminder that sometimes, nature simply refuses to surrender.

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