Can soldiers take weapons home?
In most armies, obviously, one is not allowed to take weapons and ammunition home.
Do you get to keep military gear?
ALL equipment and clothing issued to a US Soldier is US government property and is subject to be returned to the Army with some exceptions. Uniforms are NOT the Soldier’s property. They remain the property of the government.
Do soldiers pay for their gear?
Soldiers have to buy and maintain their uniforms…. but enlisted are given a clothing allowance to help mitigate the cost. Officers are required to buy and maintain out of pocket. Combat gear is issued and is thus “free” although soldiers are financially liable for it if they lose anything.
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.
What kind of equipment can a soldier request money for?
Military personnel can request money to cover equipment—like body armor, helmets, protective goggles, and hydration systems—that they purchased between Sept. 11, 2001, and July 31, 2004. Which kinds of gear do soldiers have to buy for themselves?
What do you not need to bring to the military?
This set often includes stuff you don’t need, like outdated canteen pouches. These items are often left behind when it’s time to ship out. 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.)
What do you get to keep when you leave the military?
You get to keep some things. Uniforms and clothing items like shirts, socks, and boots. Anything that doesn’t touch your skin you can’t keep like fleece jackets, wet weather gear. Things like rucksacks, sleeping bags, MOLLE gear have to be turned in.