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How Quickly Can the DoD Rebuild and Recast the Munitions Industrial Base?

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The U.S. munitions industrial base should be rebuilt and recast for modern wars of precision and attrition. What is a realistic timeline for this goal? By analyzing DOD budget documents and industry announcements, this analysis provides a clearer picture of the planned future.

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