A soldier might need to change the configuration of his or her tactical vest depending on the mission, and while it's not always necessary to wear a complete vest, more than just a plate carrier is ...

Acting on widespread complaints from its troops in Iraq and Afghanistan, the Marine Corps has ordered major modifications to its body armor to improve comfort, mobility and safety, The Associated ...

Sgt. Osias Lozano carries weights during the Tactical Athlete Challenge held aboard Marine Corps Air Station Beaufort July 29. The 400 yard tactical course includes tire flips, sprints, and fireman ...

Red and blue lights flash behind you. A young Soldier steps out of his patrol cruiser his torso covered in a black vest with the words "Military Police" emblazoned across his chest. You may have seen ...

FORT STEWART, Ga. -- Prior to any deployment, Soldiers learn the ins and outs of every piece of their equipment and gear they have before they deploy. And it is no different for Soldiers assigned to ...

The Marine Corps is recalling more than 5,000 combat vests issued to troops in Iraq, Afghanistan and Djibouti after a published report raised concerns that the vests failed a test to determine whether ...