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Design Flaws in Military Weapon Platforms Harm National Security

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Design Flaws in Military Weapon Platforms Harm National Security
Amphibious Assault Vehicles storm Red Beach during exercises at Camp Pendleton, Calif., on June 2, 2010. Lenny Ignelzi/AP Photo
Christian Milord
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In recent military news, the rollout of the U.S. Marine Corps’ Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) has run up against design and operational challenges. The ACV is meant to replace the well-used Amphibious Assault Vehicle (AAV), a less complex weapons platform in service since 1972.

Christian Milord
Christian Milord
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Christian Milord is an Orange County, Calif.-based educator, mentor, USCG veteran, and writer. He earned his master's degree from California State University–Fullerton, where he mentors student groups and is involved with literacy programs. His interests include culture, economics, education, domestic, and foreign policy, as well as military issues.
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