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National Security & Defense

Sherman A1

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1. Two thoughts here

Reply to Eugene (Original post)

Thu Nov 15, 2018, 06:30 AM

Nov 2018

1). The constant over deployment of the military is a huge factor in wear and tear on both personnel and equipment leaving you less ready for a major conflict. 2), it must be budget time as we once again see the inflatable Russian threat doll rolled out.

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