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U.S. Army commits $404M to build its first TNT plant since the 1980s

1 source · first reported 18d ago

The U.S. Army is investing $404M to build its first TNT plant since the 1980s, ending a four-decade reliance on overseas allies for the explosive.

Why it matters

This move marks a significant shift in the U.S. Army's self-sufficiency in producing critical explosives, enhancing national security and reducing reliance on foreign suppliers.

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