secret ink
I could not find a definite answer for you regarding the handkerchief used to hold off the military dogs in WWII. But I happen to know a little about the story on them. The fishermen used the handkerchief to guard off the dogs that were used to find people hiding in boats. The dogs would smell something on the handkerchief and go to sniff finding his nose numb. The handkerchief had blood and cocaine on it. Blood to attract the dog. Cocaine to numb the dog's nose. If you want more information on this, at the end of the book, Number the Stars (by Lois Lowry) it tells more about. I have added some links for your further research.
Another name for lice hunting during World War I was "delousing." This process involved searching for and removing lice from soldiers' clothing and bodies, as lice were a common problem in the trenches and could transmit diseases. Delousing often involved using special chemicals or techniques to eliminate these pests and improve soldiers' hygiene and health.
The SOE was the Special Operations Executive; a sabotage, espionage and assassination unit for England
Yes, during World War II, there are reports that some soldiers used handkerchiefs or cloths to soak up certain drugs, particularly ether or chloroform, to create a makeshift anesthetic or to incapacitate enemy soldiers. This practice was not widespread or officially sanctioned, and it reflects the desperation and resourcefulness of troops in combat situations. However, it was not a standard tactic or widely documented in military protocols.
Soldiers during World War I often soaked handkerchiefs in solutions of sodium bicarbonate or vinegar to create a makeshift gas mask against poison gas. These substances helped neutralize certain toxic gases, providing a temporary layer of protection. Additionally, some soldiers used charcoal or other absorbent materials to enhance the handkerchief's effectiveness. However, these methods were far from perfect and highlighted the urgent need for more effective gas masks.
SWEDEN
Yes, the word famous and highly desirable Svensk Snotrag.
special chemicals
Sweden created a handkerchief that the Danish Jews used for wearing off the dogs sense of smell. You have to read the book "Number the stars". It tells you all about it. The handkerchief is for fishermen only because they need it to ward off the dogs so that they don;t know that they have people on board to sail to Sweden.
In "Number the Stars" by Lois Lowry, the blue trunk contains a special handkerchief with a hidden message to guide the characters on their journey to safety during World War II. The trunk represents hope, courage, and the importance of friendship in times of adversity.
While elite units were in existence during the Second World War, the US Army Special Forces was not.
World War 2 was in the 1940's so disposable tissues weren't invented yet. Instead of Paper tissues people used handkerchiefs to blow their noses, after a couple of uses they were washed and reused.
Anne Frank wrote a diary during World War Two that millions of people around the world have read. That is what she did to make herself special.
I could not find a definite answer for you regarding the handkerchief used to hold off the military dogs in WWII. But I happen to know a little about the story on them. The fishermen used the handkerchief to guard off the dogs that were used to find people hiding in boats. The dogs would smell something on the handkerchief and go to sniff finding his nose numb. The handkerchief had blood and cocaine on it. Blood to attract the dog. Cocaine to numb the dog's nose. If you want more information on this, at the end of the book, Number the Stars (by Lois Lowry) it tells more about. I have added some links for your further research.
The Hindenburg Line.
You have to answer it yourself. :)
Handkerchief