Patriot Missile Defense: Brilliant Tech or Billion-Dollar Mistake?

Is the Patriot Missile America’s most overrated defense system—or its most misunderstood weapon? In this video, we dive deep into the truth behind the MIM-104 Patriot: how it failed in the Gulf War, evolved in Iraq, and redeemed itself in Ukraine. From ballistic missile defense to modern threats like hypersonics, we break down the facts, myths, and tactics that make this billion-dollar system both powerful and controversial.

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The MIM-104 Patriot is one of the most iconic surface-to-air missile systems in the world, but is it really as effective as governments claim? Join us as we explore its history, real-world combat performance, and the surprising moments that changed how it’s viewed in modern warfare.

What you’ll learn:
• How the Patriot missile system works
• Its failures in Operation Desert Storm
• Upgrades like PAC-2 and PAC-3
• Its role in defending Ukraine from hypersonic threats
• The cost vs. effectiveness dilemma of modern missile defense

This is the real story of the Patriot missile—no fluff, just facts, analysis, and strategy for serious military and weaponry fans.

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