The Canadian Forces is taking another step in acquiring new camouflage uniforms. It has selected a pattern for its new camouflage and the federal government has now gone to cloth manufacturers to start the process of producing the material needed for uniforms. The new...
The U.S. Army released ALARACT 029/2021 today, providing an update allowing the optional wear of insignia and accoutrements on the Class B Army Green Service Uniform and Tropical Dress Variations. ALARACT 029/2021 authorizes the wear of insignia and accoutrements on...
All airmen will be required to wear the Operational Camouflage Pattern as a utility uniform starting April 1, according to an Air Force instruction. The Air Force began changing over to the Army’s uniform pattern in 2018, replacing its gray, blue and green tiger...
The Air Force has released its wish list for better gear for pilots, aircrew and base defenders -- and heated flight suits are near the top. In two solicitation notices posted earlier this year, the service said it wants heated flight suits and upgraded eye protection...
A new congressionally ordered report into the out-of-pocket costs incurred by service members for uniform items confirms the long-held suspicion of many female troops that they're paying more than their male counterparts -- and shows that sometimes the difference is...
Reserve Airmen have been instrumental in helping bring about the first major change in the Air Force’s women’s hair policy since the late 1940s. As an outcome of the 101st Air Force uniform board, Air Force women will be able to wear their hair in up to two braids or...
As part of the national response to COVID-19, the Department of Defense entered into a $1.1 million agreement with American Apparel, Inc. to sustain critical industrial base production of U.S. military uniforms. American Apparel, Inc. intends to purchase and install...
The U.S. Space Force finally has an official rank structure for its enlisted members and officers, a service spokesman has confirmed to Military.com. A leaked memo first posted on the popular Facebook page Amn/Nco/Snco detailed the new ranks, which nearly mirror Air...
The Marine Corps wants to upgrade its combat utility uniform, a move officials say could save the service millions of dollars and provide wearers with better protection in the field. Marines currently have two separate utility uniforms they wear outside tropical...
Big changes to grooming and uniform standards are on the way, as are updates to outdated terminology and imagery used in Army regulations to illustrate proper soldier appearance. The changes represent the first update since 2017 to Army Regulation 670-1, the “Guide to...
Rocky Brands Inc., best known for its rugged work and military boots, has added a new portfolio of labels to its roster. The Nelsonville, Ohio-based company — parent to Rocky, Georgia Boot and Durango — announced today it will acquire the performance and lifestyle...
The Marines preparing for Inauguration Day ceremonies wore black face masks, white gloves — and an unusual combination of a Vietnam-era field jacket in woodland camouflage with their khaki-and-olive green service dress uniforms. Photos of the uncommon ensemble — made...
