Inspired by nature -- Ancient defenses -- Defenses in the modern age -- The future is now!.
Summary:
The world can be a dangerous place. Over time, animals evolved many natural defenses to help them survive. Combat during wartime is extremely dangerous. Why not look to nature to find the best defenses for soldiers on the battlefield? Military forces have done just that for hundreds of years. From the armor of medieval knights to tomorrow's advanced camouflage, take a look at how military technology often mimics the traits of animals to help protect soldiers in combat.
Series:
Beasts and the battlefield Beasts and the battlefield.
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