This army lieutenant colonel made some rather awesome predictions that have pretty well come true. Here are 10 of them that we have right now:
Radios that offer constant communication with fellow soldiers.
Night vision goggles that help troops own the night.
Automatic carbine rifles to give troops more firepower against the AK-47.
Telescopic sights that help troops hit targets further out.
Helicopters to bring troops to and from the fight.
Helmet visors that offer a soldier more data about what's on the battlefield.
Compact first-aid kits that help every soldier become their own personal medic.
Towel and toilet articles so that troops could take care of their personal business in the field.
Guided missiles to take out enemy forces.
Drone surveillance that keep a close eye on what's happening on the battlefield.
(Some small enough for use by individual units)
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