TROPICAL COMBAT UNIFORM (PONCHOS AND GROUNDCLOTHS)

Abstract

Lightweight ponchos and groundcloths were evaluated in Vietnam to determine suitability, durability, and acceptability for use by US troops in Vietnam. Even though fabrication material was durable it was sometimes affected by termite attack and insect repellent. If materials can be developed which will not be affected by termites and insect repellent sprays, the lightweight poncho should be procured for issue to U.S. Army troops operating in Vietnam.

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Document Details

Document Type
Technical Report
Publication Date
Jun 19, 1967
Accession Number
AD0815865

Entities

People

  • Karl J. Dlugos

Tags

Communities of Interest

  • Human Systems

DTIC Thesaurus Topics

  • Acceptability
  • Army
  • Camouflage
  • Combat Operations
  • Fabrication
  • Government (Foreign)
  • Governments
  • Infantry
  • Insect Repellents
  • Lightweight
  • Materials
  • Materials Processing
  • Military Assistance
  • Standards
  • Test And Evaluation
  • United States
  • Warfare

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