Ukraine uses American military equipment in a “unique” way. The Washington Post reports on Bradley 47th Separate Brigade’s recent work on Russians.
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The Ukrainian military heard an urgent message: a Russian armored personnel carrier with infantry was hiding in the forest. The destruction mission was entrusted to 40-year-old Bradley commander Victor.
The Russians emerged from the trees, and within seconds both vehicles were racing towards each other, guns firing. The soldier fell out of the Russian car. Victor’s vehicle suffered a catastrophic blow to its guidance system.
Ram him,” Victor recalls instructing his driver.
This video highlights how the Defense Forces used Bradleys in a unique and extreme way – against a backdrop of low artillery supplies and manpower. These vehicles are now sent to hunt and destroy other armored vehicles, to rescue the wounded, and as a mobile cannon to clear enemy positions.
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Ø-made Bradley IFV in service with the 47th Mechanized Brigade is shooting at enemy IFV in close range and significantly damaging it. pic.twitter.com/3ZIyfRNjG8— Defense of Ukraine (@DefenceU) June 8, 2024
According to American doctrine, the Bradley must operate in groups and together with other vehicles, such as tanks, and attack targets over long distances to avoid enemy fire. The strategy is complemented by additional air force protection. But limited ground vehicles and combat aircraft in Ukraine, and the constant threat of UAVs, force commanders to deploy only one or two vehicles at a time to avoid detection.
The May 31 collision was particularly unusual given the proximity of the vehicles to each other. Victor’s car was hit three times. He ordered the driver to drive straight towards the Russian car, remembering that there were still several tons of steel and armor on his side. A few days later, the soldier was injured by a mine explosion. He says it will take about a month to recover.
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