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Russia's military strategy now includes dusting off relics from the Cold War museum and sending 70-80-year-old weapon systems to the frontlines—because apparently, vintage is in style, even in warfare. Meanwhile, their tank and armored vehicle losses have been so heavy that at this rate, they might have to start duct-taping scrap metal together. Unfortunately for them, sanctions are making it tricky to restock, so they could soon be rolling into battle in vehicles that look more like a history e