Garlic has been recognized for its medicinal properties since as early as 2700 B.C., used across various cultures to treat ailments. Its antibacterial properties were confirmed in the mid-19th century. During both World Wars, garlic served as an occasional antiseptic, although others like iodine and carbolic acid were more commonly used. Penicillin overshadowed garlic's efficacy post-discovery, yet it retained its reputation, especially among Russian soldiers in WWII, as a less effective alternative, earning the title "Russian penicillin."
Garlic was first scientifically demonstrated to have antibacterial properties in the mid-19th century, illustrating its long-standing role in medicinal applications throughout history.
During World War I and II, garlic served as an occasional antiseptic among medical officers, despite being eclipsed by more effective remedies like penicillin.
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