World War II had a profound impact on the development of sex dolls, particularly due to the emotional and physical isolation experienced by soldiers during long deployments. As the war dragged on, many soldiers found themselves in remote locations, far from their loved ones, often for extended periods of time. The psychological and sexual toll of this isolation became apparent, and in response, some military units began to explore ways to help alleviate the loneliness and sexual frustration of their personnel.
The earliest versions of what we would now recognize as sex dolls were created during this period, with reports suggesting that the German military was the first to develop what were known as “field wives.” These early sex dolls were made from materials like rubber and cloth, and were used as substitutes for human companionship during long deployments. These dolls were rudimentary compared to modern standards, but they served a vital purpose in maintaining the morale of soldiers in distant battlefronts.
The development of these dolls was primarily driven by practical considerations: offering a solution to address the sexual needs of soldiers who were far away from home and could not engage in traditional relationships. After the war, the use of sex dolls continued to evolve, with advances in materials and manufacturing technology making them more accessible and realistic. While these early sex dolls were designed to meet a specific need during a period of war, they also set the stage for the broader acceptance and commercialization of sex dolls in the decades that followed.