Naval Academy Embraces the Goat in New Mascot-Inspired Uniform
The Navy Midshipmen are banking on the Army Black Knights' fear of the goat.
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Army, Marines to Buy Thousands of New Binocular-Style Night-Vision Goggles
The Army plans to start equipping its first close-combat unit with new binocular-style night-vision devices in 2019.
Army Eyes Narrower Body Armor to Shave Off Weight
Army officials want to make soldiers' body armor up to 30 percent lighter.
Army Chief Offers New Details on 6.8mm Next-Gen Squad Weapons
"It will fire at speeds that far exceed the velocity of bullets today and penetrate any existing or known ... body armor."
Army Wants a Lightweight Ghillie Suit for Snipers
U.S. Army uniform officials are working to replace the current Flame Resistant Ghillie System, or FRGS.
Defense Department Looking at Vision Enhancement for Combat Troops
The Pentagon wants a new style of sophisticated protective eyewear that features adjustable vision enhancement.
Marines Could Soon Opt for Lighter Body Armor on Some Missions
Commanders could soon give Marines the OK to wear body armor that weighs up to 40 percent less than their current plates.
New Combat Skis: Marine Corps Picks a Manufacturer
Marines will also be able to use the skis as a frame for a "winter medevac stretcher," a solicitation states.
Army in the Market for a New Infantry Squad Vehicle
The U.S. Army wants to know which firms can produce an Infantry Squad Vehicle that can be carried into battle by a helicopter...
Marines Award $62M Contract for Lighter, Stronger Plate Carriers
The new lightweight body armor system offers better mobility with improved fits.
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