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[SIZE=3]The Abrams M1 tank is the primary battle tank of the U.S. Army and Marine Corps. It has been used in nearly every major U.S. conflict since its introduction in 1980 and the military wants to keep these land weapon systems in service until 2040[/SIZE]
I grew up in Lima where the tank is made and have been to the plant and know many people who work there. I remember when the plant geared up in 1980 when the town was in severe economic straights with around 20% unemployment, people don't realize how important some of these factories are for the areas they are in.
I wonder if tanks are on their way out of our military.
I seriously doubt it.
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