The Tank Trap: Why Legacy Systems Are Holding Back Military Modernization The notion that militaries are slow to adopt new technologies is a pattern that has repeated itself throughout history.
From cavalry officers dismissing tanks in favor of horses to current military leaders clinging to legacy systems, the trend continues. The ongoing conflict between Russia and Ukraine illustrates this myopia.
Despite the effectiveness of drones and unmanned vehicles on the battlefield, Western militaries have been slow to adapt.