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M1A1 Abrams Sighted Near Avdiivka
Published 2 months ago
An M1A1 Abrams is sighted in Ukraine, purportedly near Avdiivka. It is an interesting choice to commit one of Ukraine’s most potent ground combat assets to this area of operations, and if true, it is unclear whether Abrams-equipped units would bolster defenses, contain a potential Russian breakthrough, or spearhead a counterattack. I am not sure if any of these are the best use of this platform. The source notes that the Abrams is equipped with M-19 ARAT-1 Reactive armor tiles, adding additional armor to the tank’s formidable hide.
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Cam served as an infantry officer in the Marine Corps, deploying to the Horn of Africa and participating in combat operations in Iraq. He currently works in the maritime industry and in the defense sector as an instructor of combined arms planning and operations. An avid sailor, Cam founded and directs Triumph Sailing, a nonprofit that supports veterans and first responders through adventure and fellowship on the water. Triumph Sailing is preparing for the 2024 season of sailing on Galveston Bay and in the Gulf of Mexico. You can support the mission and next year's sailing season at Tri-Sail.Org.