Fort Drum, NY:  Some 10^th Mountain Division Soldiers on Fort Drum are receiving new uniforms in preparation for deployment to Afghanistan.

The new uniforms are designed to aid 10th mountain division soldiers during their deployment for Operation Enduring Freedom.

The uniform is designed to protect against fires and flees utilizing enhanced fabric. The fabric used in the new designed uniforms are treated with a chemical, permethrin, to aid in the protection of soldiers from insect bites that can carry diseases like malaria.

This new generation of uniform also utilizes a new design pattern. The camouflage is specially designed to blend in to the Afghanistan environment keeping soldiers hidden from enemy forces.

Other special features soldiers are receiving include new covers for helmets, gear for cold weather including gloves, and two types of new hats including one for better sun coverage and a patrol hat.

Protection is particularly important considering the heavy rotation with which the Army’s 10th Mountain Division deploys. They are currently the most deployed base in the world making every opportunity for an advantage not just important, but possibly a life saving necessity.

Since Bradley’s Military Surplus is located directly outside the main gate of Fort Drum, we are particularly invested in the safety of these soldiers.  We proudly salute them and their families in their never-ending quest to preserve our freedom.  We wish them a safe deployment, and will continue to keep them in our hearts and minds during their depature.  And as always, we will be there to welcome them with open arms following their return.

Go 10th Mountain!

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