Which insecticide was first used by Allied soldiers to combat lice,ticks and mosquitos during World War II?

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DDT, also known as dichloro-diphenyl-trichloroethane, was the first insecticide used by Allied soldiers during World War II to combat lice, ticks, and mosquitoes. It was highly effective and played a significant role in controlling insect-borne diseases. However, later it was banned due to its harmful effects on the environment and human health.

Which Insecticide Was First Used by Allied Soldiers to Combat