Can I wear my own gear in the Army?

Soldiers will no longer be allowed to wear body armor other than the protective gear issued by the military, Army officials said Thursday, the latest twist in a running battle over the equipment the Pentagon gives its troops in Iraq and Afghanistan.

Can you use personal guns in the military?

U.S. military personnel will now be able to carry concealed handguns on base. A 26-page Pentagon directive issued on Nov. 18 outlines guidance for soldiers to carry their privately owned, concealed firearms on military installations.

Can you take your phone with you on deployment?

One of the best ways to save money while you’re deployed is to suspend your cell phone service. Chances are you won’t be able to use your cellphone if you’re deployed overseas, and many service providers allow active duty service members to pause their accounts.

Do you have to buy your own army uniform?

For enlisted personnel of the United States military, after the initial issue of uniforms during Basic Training, maintenance is the responsibility of the member, who receives a uniform allowance. For officers, they purchase their own uniforms upon being commissioned.

What should I bring to a deployment?

What should I bring on a deployment? Luggage should be sturdy and locked. You should try and get by with one check-in bag and one carry-on. Do not pack more that you can carry by yourself (about 45 pounds) and keep one set of clothes and all professional equipment in your carry-on.

How much luggage should I pack for deployment?

Luggage should be sturdy and locked. You should try and get by with one check-in bag and one carry-on. Do not pack more that you can carry by yourself (about 45 pounds) and keep one set of clothes and all professional equipment in your carry-on. The following is a check-list which can be used upon deployment.

Can Special Operations soldiers take their own weapons on deployment?

There are certain circumstances where Special Operations personnel can take personally owned weapons on a deployment, but there’s a lot of special paperwork you have to do, the weapon has to chamber a NATO round for reasons that should probably be obvious, and I’ve only ever heard of anyone doing it with a sidearm; never a rifle.

Can You Bring your own rifle into the US military?

In the US military you cannot bring your own rifle or any other firearm. I’ve heard rumors of SOF personnel being allowed to do it and even then it was only for a sidearm.