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Looking for a kickass new backpack? Consider the tried and true Marine Corps ‘FILBE’

Despite its issues, the USMC FILBE is certainly one of the top tier value-based packs available on the market today. Buy it, ruck with it, see how it behaves on long hikes, and upgrade it to fit your needs.

By Jake Wilamowski

5 years ago

Assault Amphibian School students take a ride in the Submerged Vehicle Egress Trainer

Best pics of the week: Jan. 26, 2020

Marines escape from a simulated submerged AAV, burial at sea, A-10 Elephant Walk and more of the best photos from around the military.

5 years ago

Soldiers soon to see robotic mules and tougher bomb bots in the field

The mule robot can carry enough equipment for a squad on a 72-hour mission.

5 years ago

Navy football nixes ‘inappropriate’ gun motto

"The bottom line is, we missed the mark here."

By J.D. Simkins

6 years ago

Nearly 40 percent lighter body armor coming to Marines in 2020

The Navy awarded a nearly $216 million contract to Point Blank Enterprises for the purchase of up to 680,706 of the new lightweight plates.

6 years ago

15 extra pounds of gear can be the difference between life or death in a firefight, this Marine officer’s research says

When she ran the simulations and added more weight “casualties just went up.”

6 years ago