Aswang Myth Used by CIA

The CIA used psychological warfare against Philippine resistance forces in the 1950s, exploiting the mythical 'Aswang.' To mimic Aswang bites, they punctured holes in the necks of dead bodies and piled them along roadsides. An Aswang in Filipino folklore is a shape-shifting creature that preys on humans at night, often striking fear in rural communities.

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