Eli5: How effective were flamethrowers when they were still in use in the military and what were the dangers of operating one?

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Eli5: How effective were flamethrowers when they were still in use in the military and what were the dangers of operating one?

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I’d just like to add there’s a psychological impact of operating them. You’re hearing people’s screams while they burn to death and smell them being cooked alive. I’ve heard of veterans unable to look at flames the same way after that.