In Russia, bouncy castles aren’t just for fun – they’re a strategic tool. Meet the inflatable army, where life-size replicas of military gear, from tanks to fighter jets, can confuse the enemy and buy precious time. RusBal, once a balloon company, now specializes in these inflatable deceptions, and they’ve become a key part of Russia’s military strategy known as Maskirovka. While they may not outsmart modern technology for long, these inflatables are an affordable and agile alternative to the real thing, making them a quirky but effective addition to Russia’s arsenal.
