Military Vehicles [United States]: SRATS Inc. ELSORV (US Army)

The ELSORV (Enhanced Logistics Off-Road Vehicle) is a new military vehicle for the United States Army that was developed by SRATS (Specialized Reconnaissance Assault and Transport System) Incorporated. It resembles a Humvee but with much more agility and off-road capability. It is based on a similar vehicle designed for SOCOM (Special Operations Command) over the last five years. The vehicle can carry four passengers and 2700 pounds payload, and have modified Humvee engines that can conquer approach angles of 90 degrees and climb slopes at 80 degrees. The new vehicle is designed to help alleviate maneuverability constraints in the rugged terrains of Afghanistan for resupply and med-evac purposes. Sources: www.army.mil www.arcent.army.mil Footage: US Army News Footage: all rights reserved

Military Uniforms Then and Now

Around the world, organized military forces of governments have many different types of military uniforms that they wear. Clearly being one of the founding fathers of the uniform, the militaries of countries have contributed greatly towards what constitutes a good uniform today.

In addition to offering protective features from the elements or even enemy fire military uniforms are also worn to signify a specific job role within the military. After the early 1900's, uniforms stopped comes in bright colors and instead delivered more drab colors. Partial aid in the fight, they would often colors blend into the surroundings on the battlefield. The uniforms, but also continue to develop and colorful.

Uniforms have been designed to serve many purposes. To this end, to be distinguished, camouflage, logistics, and psychological warfare. A brief description of each object follows:

Award:

One focusReason for uniforms so that combatants may be persons that are protected by the laws of war and those who are allowed to carry weapons. Some people in the war to bear arms and defend, are not protected by them. Another reason was that to prevent deserters from that reflect their clothes to change to more normal civilian clothing. The uniforms themselves were so distinct in design and style that these deserters could easilyidentified.

Visibility & Camouflage:

The evolution of military uniforms from bright colors (to help in identification on a battle field) to more camouflaged ones (where they become virtually indistinguishable from the surrounding landscape) is a clear indication of the purpose of a uniform. While previously important to find units in battle, the evolution of warfare has necessitated the more stealthier aspects of armies and hence more attention to camouflage.

During the great wars, it is much easier to produce and to equip armies with standard size uniforms. This is an inexpensive way to outfit thousands of soldiers quickly and efficiently in a war.

Psychological Warfare:

In the past, the uniforms were also used as a kind of psychological warfare. Appear to form, improving the equipment of the soldiers, larger and often terrible fear of strikes in the opposite sides. Large caps, capes, certain colors, allAdd to the psychological warfare of the military uniforms.

Modern day uniforms are much simpler. The U.S. Army soldiers wear camouflage standard utilities for virtually any purpose, unless a dress parade or formal occasion, where they will wear their full uniforms. Today, the tradition remains, and the reasons for wearing military uniforms. It is unlikely that this tradition will change dramatically in the future.