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Army Disbands Drone Unit Amid War Lessons | Dayton News
The U.S. Army is shutting down its experimental Unmanned Assault Battalion — a drone-focused unit meant to learn battlefield tactics from conflicts like Ukraine — and sending its soldiers back to airborne infantry roles. Created by former leaders to adapt to modern warfare, the battalion’s phase-out has sparked alarm among military experts who warn the U.S. risks falling behind as global powers rapidly advance drone tech. With critical lessons still being learned in real combat zones, critics question whether the Army’s move to streamline operations actually hinders its ability to evolve in…
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