The John Frum CultWhile not really historical firearms related. I just can’t help but post ab

The John Frum Cult While not really historical firearms related. I just can’t help but post about this strange incident in history. During World War II the island of Vanatu was an important supply area during the battle to defeat the Japanese Empire.  It was also home to a tribe of natives who had little contact with the outside world.  The Americans often shared their cargo of food, clothing, medicine, and consumer goods with the natives.  When the war ended the Americans packed up and left, leaving the natives to wonder why they disappeared. To bring back the Americans and their airplanes full of cargo, the natives created several intricate rituals.  They carved wooden rifles and started practicing military drill.  They would fly the American flag and build landing strips for the returning aircraft.  They also worshipped the mythical figure, John Frum, supposedly an African American GI.  Today the Islanders of Vanatu still practice their religion.  Any day now John Frum is expected to return, flying a large plane full of cargo. -- source link
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