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And WWII steel pot helmets. Should be able to find plenty that aren't being used lying around. Dump the head out of it, give it a quick wipe and it'll be good for cooking borscht.
Freezing shouldn't be a problem for the Russians, there is always a burning tank somewhere nearby to provide warmth.
Unlike most Western armies, the Russian military provides low-level, initial training to soldiers within their designated operational units, rather than in dedicated training establishments.
Typically, one battalion within each Russian brigade will remain in garrison if the other two deploy and can provide a cadre of instructors to train new recruits or augmentees. However, Russia has deployed many of these third battalions to Ukraine.
"Set a tank on fire for an invader, and he's warm for an hour. But set an invader on fire, and he's warm for the rest of his life."
I found a page of bad Russian tank jokes.
Q: Why is the music of 'the Clash" banned in Russian tanks in Ukraine?
A: Because the Russians dont need to be reminded that when they fight the LAWs, the LAWs win
It's systematic. And while I don't have much use for the US MIC, at least it seems as if they can deliver stuff that goes boom when and where it's needed.
The DoD definitely has its own issues with fraud and theft. But the people doing the stealing are smart enough to steal in small and consistent amounts in a way that does not significantly negatively impact military readiness or draw the attention of the JAG.
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