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US Army Tests Hypersonic Warhead

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The US Army has completed its first live-fire test of a hypersonic warhead using the Heavy Artillery cannon. The test marks a significant milestone in the development of hypersonic technology for military applications. The Heavy Artillery cannon was used to fire the hypersonic warhead in a successful live-fire test.

Why it matters

This development is significant as it showcases the US Army's progress in hypersonic technology, which could potentially give them an edge in future conflicts. The successful test demonstrates the Army's ability to integrate hypersonic warheads with existing artillery systems.

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