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  1. Wildland Firefighter

    Wildland Firefighter Answering “how hot can a firefighter suit get” isn’t as simple as it seems. In general, firefighter uniforms are made of specialized material that can withstand heat and flames for longer than standard materials. But exactly how much heat they can stand will vary greatly depending on the type of firefighter uniform.

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  2. Why Do We Celebrate Flag Day? A Reflection on June 14

    Flag EvolutionIn the United States, we celebrate our nation’s founding on the 4th of July. We have Memorial Day to honor soldiers who died in the service, and Veterans Day to honor all who served. And then, there’s Flag Day.

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  3. June 6, 2024: The 80th Anniversary of D-Day

     

    "Lieutenant Welsh remembered walking around among the sleeping men, and thinking to himself that 'they had looked at and smelled death all around them all day but never even dreamed of applying the term to themselves. They hadn’t come here to fear. They hadn’t come to die. They had come to win."'

    -"Band of Brothers," by Stephen E Ambrose

    June 6, 2024: The 80th Anniversary of D-Day

    No matter how often we see or hear the stories - in sober documentaries or flashy Hollywood movies, technical nonfiction or gut-wrenching memoir - the events of D-Day never lose their power.

    At the moment of

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  4. Look Good Longer: How to Choose a Uniform for Best Color Retention

    Not all fabrics can hold color equally, but how you care for them post-purchase can go a long way.

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  5. What Exactly is Ripstop?

    RipstopYou see it all the time on the labels of outdoor gear: ripstop. It’s a cool sounding word. Sounds powerful, sturdy, fierce. But what does it mean, exactly? Does it mean the fabric won’t tear, ever? Is it somehow rip-proof? Learn more about the revolutionary material that changed the way tactical gear is made.

     

     

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  6. The History of Boonie Hats in the U.S. Military

    The boonie hat we know today was introduced to the U.S. military during the Vietnam War. Upon receipt, the boonies were welcomed by the troops in the field while also being generally disliked by top brass who thought the new floppy hats looked unprofessional. Let’s take a deeper look at the early days of this iconic piece of the American military uniform.

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  7. Wildland Firefighter Uniform Requirements

    All wildland fire uniforms that are certified for use by the USDA Forest Service must meet and exceed NFPA 1977 standards. Learn more about what this means and why it matters here.

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  8. What Protective Equipment Do Wildland Firefighters Wear?

    Wildland firefighting is physically demanding and exceptionally hazardous. The safety gear used and worn by these working professionals is designed to not only keep them comfortable and safe from injury - but potentially save their lives. The following is a brief overview of the personal protective equipment and wildland firefighter clothing used by the men and women on the firelines.

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  9. What Pants Do Wildland Firefighters Wear?

    Wildland firefighters wear specific flame-resistant (FR) pants made from a para-aramid blend (i.e Kevlar) fabric or meta-aramid blend (i.e.Nomex) fabrics. Here, we explain more about wildland fire pants and why wildland firefighters wear them to stay safe while fighting flames and saving lives.

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  10. How to Choose Women's Tactical Pants

    Despite the growing number of women in extreme sports and the ranks of law enforcement everywhere, women are still having problems finding the appropriate tactical clothing & apparel they need.

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