I'd like to see her wear it around. This crap is so heavy it is rediculous. I am a big boy, I weigh 220. With my uniform, boots, weapon, flack, plates and helmet(not counting ammo) and a 10 lb carry on I was around 360 lbs. Yeh, my dogs are barking. Now you tote all that crap around when its over 125 degrees...
I am in Supply and I can tell you I have NEVER seen or heard of new things being fielded as quickly as what I have seen here. Its amazing how quickly the supply system is getting newer and better equipment out to us. Things that were not even thought of before the war. A lot of hard work is being done behind the scenes by both military and civilians and the goal is always to win and to protect as many people as possible.
Thanks for the update!
And for the service.
I spent 14 months in Vietnam back in '68 and '69 and body armor was virtually unheard of.Heck, we had a tough time just getting a pair of boots or some new junge fatigues.
More times than not the local black market was our source of supply.I don't say this in a griping way, but just as a way to emphasize the vast improvements you point out.
Thanks again for "checking in" here with us. Vietnam vets are among your strongest supporters, and you can be assured we will be here for you now and when you get home.
Take care!