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This dimension names the armed force that actually operates a specific weapon system. Wikipedia notes that weapons are used to "gain a tactical, strategic, material, or mental advantage over an adversary or enemy target," an advantage that only exists once a force actually fields the weapon. Browsing this way collects every weapon system operated by the same force.

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Era of Emergence
1783 1
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1. Wikipedia: Military aircraft
WikipediaMilitary aircraft, History, Lighter-than-air section
Quote, Military aircraft, History, Lighter-than-air section
In 1783, when the first practical aircraft (hot-air and hydrogen balloons) were established, they were quickly adopted for military duties.
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