Commentary Many analysts worry the Chinese regime has the edge in a quick war to seize disputed territory. But a plan for new, small and lethal U.S. Marine units are trying to turn the tables on Beijing. News headlines about China often repeat the same messages: There is often some fatal flaw in the U.S. military. A new Chinese (or Russian) wonder weapon or new technology could undermine U.S. power in one attack or even keystroke. The United States lacks a merchant marine that can be mobilized for war. Notorious gas guzzlers like the F-35 might be grounded due to the aerial refueling capability being destroyed by long-range missiles. New and faster missiles fielded by China make amphibious assault ships too vulnerable. This would make attempts like the D-Day invasion next to impossible and suggests that inserting forces into places like Taiwan during conflict is impossible. China will be able to …
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