Could a 3D printer be used as a means to get supplies? eg: army, spare parts, food, cutlery

Question: Could a 3D printer be used as a means to get supplies? eg: army, spare parts, food, cutlery
- Keywords:
  3d printer,
  army,
  food,
  spare parts
Asked by KieranHesketh to Steve on 10 Mar 2015.
- Steve Cox answered on 10 Mar 2015:
  
  Yes it could do all of those things, and I know the army are seriously considering 3D printing in the battlefield so that they can re-equip themselves without having to wait for new supplies or replacement equipment to be sent to them.

Question: Could a 3D printer be used as a means to get supplies? eg: army, spare parts, food, cutlery