re: #422 kirkspencer

An infantryman who shoots an anti-tank missile at the tank’s front is committing suicide by MBT. Of less snark and more pertinence, in modern warfare there are many opportunities for attacks on the flanks and rear of MBTs. See for example Hezbollah’s use of RPG-29s against Israel.

The problem in Khaji was that the Saudi troops initially attacked didn’t have the discipline to hold on and counterattack once the tanks broke through their positions. It’s called “tank panic” and its a serious problem unless troops are properly trained and disciplined. The Hebollah