I Found Evidence of a WWII German Spy While Exploring Ancient Ruins in the American Southwest

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  @Mike80528 · 3 months ago · pinned

  I did a Google Translate and that is a VERY old tube of sunscreen.<br><br>from Gemeni (it&apos;s getting better..)<br><br>Original WWII German military-issue sunscreen tubes were known as Sonnenschutzcreme and were primarily provided to troops deployed in high-glare, intense-sun environments like North Africa (DAK), Southern Europe, and the Mediterranean.<br>Characteristics &amp; Historical Details<br>Tube Design: These creams were issued in standard, roll-up aluminum or tin tubes, similar to period toothpaste or medical ointments.<br>Labeling: The tubes and original cardboard packaging featured distinct black, white, or red period-German typography reading Sonnenschutzcreme (Sun protection cream).<br>Military Application: Used to protect troops from severe sunburns, which could severely hinder combat readiness in desert and tropical climates.<br><br>real ones are pretty rare it appears...

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  @arc_chaser · 3 months ago

  All I know is that if I was a spy the last thing I would bring with me are items from my home country... What a way to blow your cover...

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  @mikewhitaker2306 · 2 months ago

  Hope you carry a sidearm out there with &nbsp;mnt.lions and coyotes present

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  @swenstrand · 1 month ago

  This ancient ruin is the most amazing one I’ve seen yet…and I’ve watched tons of videos like this. Your channel is one of the best since we lost Desert Drifter. Thank you so much!!!

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  @chtvonline · 2 months ago

  That is the newer used Bundesadler, most likely from West Germany from the 60s to 90s. Different to the more skinny Reichsadler.

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  @russellkeeling4387 · 2 months ago

  Seeing the food stash really peaks my interest as to where it was grown. It would indicate to me there was some source of good water nearby at some point. That&apos;s the kind of stuff I like to look for at these kind of sights.

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  @outdoorbiker · 2 months ago

  German here. <br>The sunscreen is from the Bundeswehr. <br>(the German army) <br>Manufacturer: Bundeswehr Medical Office, circa 1998. <br>Initially in aluminum, later in a plastic tube.<br>Recognizable by the newer eagle symbol. <br>It was officially confirmed as the state coat of arms on January 20, 1952.

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  @stevebrown3369 · 1 month ago

  Apparently a defensive position, these people were at war with some other tribe. With water, storage and food, people could survive in such conditions for a very long time. Interesting that even though technology has advanced to a great degree, human nature itself is still in the stone age.

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  @Livinfast85 · 3 months ago

  Man, what a great adventure! Cant wait to see what you come across next!

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  @donlewis7626 · 2 months ago

  You&apos;re in the middle of nowhere without a fire arm,mt. lions and coyotes ,that&apos;s nuts.

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  @HSWDeaconblues · 2 months ago

  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-dWlogEguXY&amp;t=1639">27:19</a> Good Call! Some risks aren’t worth it. You showed real wisdom at this moment. For you and Daisy. <br><br>Just don’t let your pooch become a mountain lion or coyote snack.

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  @mrabene87 · 3 months ago

  <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-dWlogEguXY&amp;t=2440">40:40</a> &quot;Doing all right, pup?&quot; &nbsp;Daisy responds with weak tailwag.😂

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