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Are munitions really “bill payers” for the rest of defense?

February 14, 2023 Eric Lofgren 0

One of the lines often heard is that munitions accounts are “bill payers” for other lines, particularly weapons platforms like vehicles, aircraft, and ships. Former […]

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