This video explores a historical Japanese tactic during World War II involving the use of opium-laced cigarettes. These cigarettes were allegedly used as a weaponized tool to undermine Chinese military resistance and facilitate Japanese invasion. The video features Patrick Phillips and promotes the book 'Tobacco of the Emperor' available for pre-order on Kickstarter.
This video focuses on Japanese WW2 military cigarettes, featuring author Patrick Phillips discussing the topic and showcasing surviving examples. It highlights the upcoming Headstamp book "Tobacco of the Emperor" and promotes pre-orders via Kickstarter. The video also directs viewers to Utreon, Patreon, and Floatplane for additional content, as well as merchandise.
This YouTube video announces the pre-order of a new book from Headstamp Publishing titled "Tobacco of the Emperor." The book, authored by Patrick Phillips and photographed by James Rupley, focuses on Japanese cigarettes and related materials from the turn of the 20th century to the end of World War Two. It covers the general history of tobacco in Japan, its use in the military, details on Japanese cigarette brands and packaging, associated accessories like pipes and lighters, and foreign cigarettes consumed in Japan. The book is available for pre-order through a Kickstarter campaign for another project, "Clockwork Basilisk," and can be purchased as a standalone item or an add-on. A special "Japanese bundle" combining this book with "Swords of the Emperor" and exclusive extras is also offered.
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