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The U.S. military recently decided to refresh its inventory of sniper rifles and sniper rifle accessories from Remington Defense, something the company is more than happy to deliver.

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The Secretary of Defense Chuck Hagel released a statement today on behalf of the Defense Department to help raise awareness about Suicide Prevention Month, and the ongoing effort in combatting suicide within the military.

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Many of these expenses are for maintenance but may indicate an interest in moving to a smaller, increasingly mechanized military.

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A Government Accountability Office report into management of the nation’s ammunition stockpiles found that more than a $1 billion worth of munitions are slated for destruction.

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The department’s review will focus on ensuring that the awards program continues to recognize all levels of combat valor as well as the sacrifices of our service members, including via digital and remote actions.

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A new edict handed down from the Department of Defense says U.S. troops will now be allowed uniform exceptions based on religious preference.

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The Department of Defense recently gave the Utah Highway Patrol a mine-resistant ambush protected vehicle (MRAP), various weaponry and other military surplus equipment as part of their 1033 Program. According to an audit conducted April 2013, Utah’s law enforcement agencies have received $2.8 million worth of military gear. In total, 62 local police forces and […]

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Revision wins DoD contract to supply US Military with 90,000 ACH helmets.

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Some Marines are outraged after the Department of Defense proposed spending $8 million on unisex hats. According to the Daily Mail, the current hats — referred to as covers — the United States Marine Corps have as part of their uniforms are much wider and thicker than the new style that has been proposed, which […]

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Department of Defense educational materials describe conservative groups as "hate groups" and suggest the colonists who fought against British rule were "extremist."...

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Judicial Watch obtained some alarming educational materials from the Department of Defense (DOD) through the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA). The documents describe conservative organization as “hate groups” and advises students to be cognizant that “many extremists will talk of individual liberties, states’ rights, and how to make the world a better place.” And to […]

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Blue Force Gear announced today that the Defense Logistics Agency has assigned National Stock Number 1005-01-604-0627* to the Vickers Combat Applications Sling...

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