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In spite of [astounding technological advances] in the development of weapons and equipment for warfare, the [Infantryman’s load] remains about the same in terms of weight, [bulk] and number of [items] in his pack. During the past three [decades], we have developed [nuclear weapons] which have increased our [available firepower] immeasurably. We have developed huge airplanes that fly more than twice the speed of sound. By exploiting air movement, we are working toward [optimum mobility] for our combat forces. Advancement in other areas such as [communication], surveillance and target finding devices has been perhaps less [spectacular] but [nevertheless] significant. But the Infantryman, who in the final analysis must [close with] and destroy the enemy, has, at best, enjoyed only marginal improvement in his [combat equipment, clothing and weapons].