Video - The Great Emu War: When Australia Declared War on Birds

Did you know that in 1932, Australia declared war on emus? The Great Emu War was a bizarre event where soldiers armed with machine guns were sent to combat a population of emus that were destroying crops. However, the emus proved to be too agile and elusive, resulting in a humiliating defeat for the soldiers. The emus even outsmarted the military tactics and continued to wreak havoc on the farms. The Great Emu War remains a quirky and hilarious chapter in history, showcasing the unexpected challenges that nature can pose to even the most well-equipped armies.