This army lieutenant colonel made some rather awesome predictions that have pretty well come true. Here are 10 of them that we have right now:
Radios that offer constant communication with fellow soldiers.
Night vision goggles that help troops own the night.
Automatic carbine rifles to give troops more firepower against the AK-47.
Telescopic sights that help troops hit targets further out.
Helicopters to bring troops to and from the fight.
Helmet visors that offer a soldier more data about what's on the battlefield.
Compact first-aid kits that help every soldier become their own personal medic.
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Towel and toilet articles so that troops could take care of their personal business in the field.
Guided missiles to take out enemy forces.
Drone surveillance that keep a close eye on what's happening on the battlefield.
(Some small enough for use by individual units)
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