The military uses immersive training scenarios, such as the Medina Wassell training village, to prepare soldiers for real-life urban warfare situations. These scenarios are designed to be visually dramatic to simulate the intensity of war and train soldiers to stay focused and act according to their training under extreme conditions. Actors like Carl Weathers from the Rocky franchise were hired to provide acting lessons. The goal is to ensure soldiers are not paralyzed with fear during actual combat and can effectively respond to challenging situations. This approach has now evolved into an industry as companies have also recognized the importance of such immersive training for preparing individuals for high-stress environments.
Fake cities. Imitation nations. People role-playing as civilians, spies, or enemies, complete with costumes and props. It's all part of an effort coordinated and constructed by the U.S. military to prepare soldiers for war. Fake villages designed for training purposes dot the entire United States, not to mention other countries. Researchers have identified over 400 of them around the world.
Imitation Nation