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  1. Armor Protection Level Guide

    Armor CarHow do you choose the right body armor? Between soft armor and ballistic plates, what works best? Learn more about how armor is made and which types work the best against different threats.

     

     

     

     

     

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  2. What Did Soldiers Carry in 1776?

    SigningWhen war broke out in April 1775, the Continental Army found itself face-to-face with an overwhelming task: fight to separate the colonists from British rule or be hanged for treason. Clearly, the British army was better equipped for a war than the ragtag band of militia that had been tasked with carrying out this monumental task. So what did the Continental Army soldiers use to fight off the “redcoats”?

     

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  3. Off-Body Carry Options – 3 Questions to Ask

    Off Body CaryHow do you carry concealed when on-body simply isn’t an option? Ask these 3 critical questions to find the best solution for you.

     

     

     

     

     

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  4. 4 Reasons Colors Fade in Tactical Gear: Key Causes

    Color ComparisionHave you ever noticed that garments that started out as the same color fade at different rates? You ordered two olive green items – a t-shirt and a pair of pants – that appeared to be identical colors but over time the t-shirt begins to fade while the pants remain closer to the day you bought them? Why is that?

     

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  5. ALICE & MOLLE Gear Systems Explained

    MOLLEWhat is MOLLE? How does it compare to ALICE? Take a look at the history of backpack fastening systems, from the Revolutionary War to today.

     

     

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  6. The Story Behind Flag Day

    FlagHappy Flag Day! Do you know the story of how this national celebration got started? Find out about the journey from its humble origins to the desk of the President of the United States.

     

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  7. Customize Your Backpack

    UC PackThanks to innovative features such as hook and loop and MOLLE fastening systems, you can take a basic bag meant for the masses and make it your own.

      

     

     

     

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  8. Summerweight Uniform

    Whether you wear armor or not, you get hot working long shifts outside, so it’s time to consider cooling things off with a summerweight uniform, designed to keep you cooler while maintaining the professional look you need. Discover the three main elements in the summerweight uniform.

     

     

     

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  9. Teflon Tactical Fabric

    Water RolloffOne feature found more and more these days in tactical pants is non-stick coating. Why would that be important? Why would manufacturers go to the trouble and expense of adding non-stick coating to a pair of pants?

     

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  10. 5 Questions to Ask When Selecting a Backpack

    UC Backpack DemoNot all backpacks work for every application. How do you know which backpack works best for the way you want to use it? Ask yourself 5 key questions.

     

     

     

     

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