Night vision - next winner in war technology?

American military is resorting night vision. Examples include Bin Laden died on a moonless night shortly after 1:00am local time. Night rides in Afghanistan has increased many folds recently.

In the past, different technologies brought big difference in successful military campaigns

1. Bow & Arrow
2. Horse
3. Fire Arm
4. Navel Fleet

The next phase seems to turn to night vision.