“Except for prohibition of alcohol consumption in Initial Entry Training barracks, there is no Army policy regarding how much alcohol a Soldier can possess in the barracks; however, some units have established policies locally,” Army spokesman Sgt. 1st Class Anthony Hewitt told Army Times.
According to the U.S. Department of the Army, while alcohol consumption during deployment is discouraged, it is not illegal. Military personnel must be at least 21 years of age and receive approval from their Commanding General or Chief of Staff to drink and serve alcohol at social gatherings during normal hours.
Although military personnel are discouraged from drinking as they risk deployment, some drink in groups to celebrate combat victories in social settings, or alone to mask trauma.
Findings also suggested that military service members also binge-drink more, consuming at least four or five alcoholic drinks a day in one sitting at least 41 days a year. But what's the cause? Well, alcohol and stress in the military go hand-in-hand, along with boredom and a lack of other activities.
Cell phones will be used for voice conversations only. Receiving, sending, sharing, or viewing videos/pictures/text messages is strictly prohibited.
If they ask for money, this is a scam. Can't get internet, food or travel money. Service members do not have to pay for internet connections, food or travel expenses etc. while deployed.
The military doesn't stop service members from using video chat. In fact, they encourage deployed soldiers to stay in contact with family and friends. There are phone centers and video chat stations set up in many locations.
About once every week to ten days, Soldiers would go to the rear for their shower. Upon entering the shower area they turned in their dirty clothing. After showering they received new cloths. They had their choice for size: small, medium, or large.
The total running time of this kind of shower can last less than two minutes – using an initial thirty seconds or so to get wet, followed by shutting off the water, using soap and shampoo and lathering, then rinsing for a minute or less.
2-7. Under ideal conditions Soldiers should shower daily, or at least once every week to maintain good personal hygiene. Frequent showering prevents skin infections and helps to prevent potential parasite infestations. When showers are not available, washing daily with a washcloth and soap and water is advised.
They have to protect our land and borders even in coldest of regions where it is very hard to survive let alone standing tall and providing safety to others. Liquor helps them to stay warm and survive in these conditions So, we can say that it's almost their basic necessity.
ABSTRACT. Before 1982, soldiers consumed alcohol legally on U.S. bases, regardless of age. By 1988, the military established policies to discourage underage and problem drinking and, along with the civilian population, fully transitioned to a 21-year minimum legal drinking age.
Is there a federal carveout (or can states seek a waiver for a carveout) for active duty military personnel or military veterans ages 18-20? No, the law does not provide any exemptions from the new federal minimum age of 21 for the sale of tobacco products.
Statistically, the military screens about 60,000 urine samples per month at its multiple urinalysis testing laboratories. The Army – Leaves alcohol testing decisions up to a commander and prohibits a blood alcohol content (BAC) of . 05 percent or higher.
Walking. Walking is not a complicated task, but service members in uniform have to pay special attention to a few rules. Eating/Drinking: Service members are not supposed to eat or drink anything while they are walking. While driving, it may be acceptable depending on where you're stationed.
A new report from the RAND Corporation analyzed survey data from thousands of active-duty military members and found Marines are more likely to be heavy drinkers, use tobacco and engage in riskier sexual behavior than the sailors, soldiers, and airmen of the other branches.
Most Soldiers report sleeping 6 to 7 hours per night, regardless of duty status. However, nearly 1 in 3 report getting less than 6 hours of sleep on weeknights/duty nights. Soldiers also report getting more sleep on weekend/non-duty nights than on weeknights/duty nights.
Hair should be no longer than 4.0 inches. Hair may not touch the ears or collar. It also cannot extend below the eyebrows. Hair bulk cannot be more than 2.0 inches.
Minimum hair length
Under the current policy, a Soldier's hair length can be no shorter than 1/4 inch from the scalp unless otherwise exempt due to a medical condition or injury.
Porta-Johns. Yes, we have "Porta-sh*tters" located on the frontlines. For the most part, they're located on the larger FOBs. To keep these maintained, allied forces pay local employees, who live nearby, to pump the human discharge out of the poop reservoirs.
Bangin' energy drinks
But in most cases, deployed troops just don't sip a single energy drink — they take it to a whole new level by chugging multiple cans of the all mighty Rip-it. Splashing water on your face works well too — but that's no fun.
They do their morning routine to set themselves up for the challenges of the day. At home, in barracks, this will include making their bed and completing 'block jobs' or small household chores. 'In the field' this will include a washing routine and a daily cleaning and inspection of their personal weapon.
They can and do if it's over a government system using a government computer. Not only can and will they monitor that if they want to without a warrant but they also can do the same if the individual is using a government phone or a government cell phone.