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U.S. Army Beret Colors and Meanings

U.S. Army Beret Colors and Meanings

Posted by Kevin Green on Jul 26th 2024

Key Takeaways Black Berets Brown Berets Tan Berets Maroon Berets Green Berets Conclusion U.S. Army soldiers have worn military berets for nearly a century. Several special operations units started … read more
How to Use the MOLLE System

How to Use the MOLLE System

Posted by Kevin Green on May 7th 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 Kevin Green on Apr 4th 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 Kevin Green on Mar 19th 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 Kevin Green on Mar 14th 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
What Does BDU Mean

What Does BDU Mean

Posted by Kevin Green on Jan 24th 2024

Military clothing is known for its durability, high performance, and functionality – and BDUs are no exception. Even though it was officially retired by the US military in the mid-2000s, BDU cl … read more