Are soldiers allowed to customize their guns?
Essentially none. Every single item in your unit’s armory is accounted for by serial number and hand signature. If you don’t need it, it’s under lock and key. Otherwise, it’s back in the armory.
Are military uniforms free?
In general, officers in the Armed Forces are paid a cash uniform allowance upon entry into active duty. It is generally their responsibility to purchase their initial set of uniforms, name tapes and alterations from this clothing allowance. Depending on their duties, they may not receive future clothing allowances.
What Army regulation covers the wear and appearance of the uniform?
What Army regulation covers the wear and appearance of the military uniform? Army Regulation 670-1 dictates the proper wear and appearance of the uniform and insignia for active and reserve personnel. It also dictates the wear of the Army uniform by former service members. Learn more about Regulation AR 670-1 compliance here.
Can a soldier bring his own gear to the military?
A soldier isn’t supposed to bring any equipment that’s not government-issued. (He’s also supposed to bring all of the government-issued equipment he gets.) People do buy their own gear anyway, often after checking with higher-ups to make sure it’s OK.
When will the Army greens uniform be integrated into the system?
That will change when the Army Greens uniform has been fully integrated into the uniform system. Then those in office-like environments and non-field positions will wear the Army Greens instead of the more traditional combat uniform. Starting in 2020, most new Army members will then be issued all 3 main uniforms.
Do soldiers in the military wear their combat uniforms all the time?
At the current time, there is only a combat uniform and a service uniform that leans more towards being a dress uniform. So no matter what job a soldier is doing, they always wear their combat uniform a majority of the time. That will change when the Army Greens uniform has been fully integrated into the uniform system.