The Gay Bomb

Military forces have always been a large driver of technical innovations, and has provided us with everything from computers and microwaves to duct tape and barb wire. However, some inventions never left the drawing board.

In 1994, the U.S. Airforce investigated the use of pheromones as a weapon against enemy troops. The idea was to create a biological reaction that would create a sexual arousal between the brothers-in-arms. This weapon would later be referred to as “the Gay Bomb” and consisted of strong aphrodisiacs. Not surprisingly, the idea of a war consisting of pillow fights and hugs never became reality, as the request for a subvention was denied.

What’s your and your lunch buddies take on the “Gay Bomb”, do you really think that aphrodisiacs could have such an impact?