The Army will invest $4.5 billion to modernize its ammunition plants as part of a wide multibillion-dollar, 15-year effort to modernize its industrial base, according to the service. “Many [ammunition] facilities were built during World War II and require significant upgrades to continue to carry out their mission -- ensuring that ammunition for America’s warfighters remains available, reliable and affordable,” according to a statement from an Army spokesperson. The $4.5 billion will be invested into five manufacturing plants within the...
