How did the Molotov Cocktail get its name shorts

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The Molotov cocktail, a rudimentary yet effective incendiary weapon, originated during the Winter War (1939-1940) between the Soviet Union and Finland. Named after Vyacheslav Molotov, the Soviet foreign minister, the term was coined by Finnish soldiers as a sarcastic retort to Molotov's propaganda. He had claimed Soviet planes were delivering food to starving Finns, referring to bombs as bread baskets. In response, the Finns dubbed their incendiary devices Molotov cocktails, implying they were a suitable drink to accompany Molotov's meals. • The Molotov cocktail typically consists of a glass bottle filled with gasoline or another flammable liquid, with a cloth wick that is ignited before throwing. It was particularly effective against Soviet tanks, targeting engine compartments and air intakes to disable and set them ablaze. During World War II, the weapon saw widespread use across various fronts by both Allied and Axis forces, as well as resistance fighters, due to its simplicity, low cost, and destructive power. Its improvised nature made it a symbol of resourceful resistance during the conflict. • #worldwar2 #militaryhistory #soviethistory #molotovcocktail #history

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