Why the 155 mm round is so critical to the war in Ukraine
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The 155 mm howitzer round is one of the most requested artillery rounds of the Ukraine war. Already the U.S. has shipped more than 1.5 million rounds to Ukraine, but is seeking more. One reason it is so commonly used is the size and weight of the munition, which have been refined to give it the best range and striking power. According to defense experts, it's long been a favorite of ground troops because of its reach and arc. Ryan Brobst, a research analyst at the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, says: “Adversaries don’t have much warning of it coming."
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Why the 155 mm round is so critical to the war in Ukraine
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Why the 155 mm round is so critical to the war in Ukraine
Why the 155 mm round is so critical to the war in Ukraine
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