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Everything You Need to Know About Ghillie Suits

Everything You Need to Know About Ghillie Suits

Posted by Army Surplus on Aug 7th 2024

Blending into your environment is critical when you’re hunting or facing a military tactical situation. Enter camouflage patterns. They keep soldiers and outdoor enthusiasts disguised when&md … read more
U.S. Army Beret Colors and Meanings

U.S. Army Beret Colors and Meanings

Posted by Army Surplus on Jul 25th 2024

U.S. Army soldiers have worn military berets for nearly a century. Several special operations units started wearing berets during World War II. By the 1960s and 1970s, the U.S. Department of the Ar … read more
How to Use the MOLLE System

How to Use the MOLLE System

Posted by Army Surplus on May 6th 2024

Whether you’re a fan of quality military surplus or a seasoned outdoor enthusiast, you’re likely no stranger to MOLLE. This type of gear is known for its unmatched ability to attach equip … read more
Military Ranks for Beginners

Military Ranks for Beginners

Posted by Army Surplus on Apr 3rd 2024

Most of us are aware that different military ranks are used to identify and define a service member’s authority and responsibilities in the military. But what’s less familiar is where eac … read more
What is a Military Challenge Coin?

What is a Military Challenge Coin?

Posted by Army Surplus on Mar 18th 2024

If you’re in a military family, have seen a military ceremony, or just shopped a large variety of military surplus, you may have noticed small metal coins. A long-held American tradition, those … read more
How to Pack a Tactical Backpack

How to Pack a Tactical Backpack

Posted by Army Surplus on Mar 13th 2024

From durability to increased performance, there are plenty of benefits of tactical gear and backpacks. But there’s just one thing standing between you and those benefits: packing. While it&rsqu … read more