11. MacGyver-ing

Superglue, initially developed for industrial applications, became a makeshift medical tool to quickly seal wounds and control bleeding on the battlefield until proper medical care could be administered. Duct tape, known for its durability and versatility, was repurposed to carry out emergency repairs on damaged helicopter blades, ensuring the vital mobility of air support.

Even the humble Slinky toy was ingeniously used as a mobile radio antenna. Soldiers would extend the Slinky between branches, significantly improving the range and effectiveness of their radio communications in the dense Vietnamese jungle.