Posted on Feb 9, 2020
What do I need to do before I go on a combat deployment? What should I take to make it more bearable?
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I was just told that my unit is going to be deploying to the Middle East by the end of the year. I can’t say where yet, but it’s an actual combat deployment. I graduated basic in July, and this is my first go around. What do I need to do before I go, what should I take to make it more bearable, and any advice you guys have for me.
Deployment
Middle East
Combat
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First of all, be ready to work and not complain about anything. There will be plenty of things that suck, but it's more a matter of your attitude than anything. Focus on the mission at hand, and the daily tasking, and trust your training and team. Second, pogie bait never hurt. But, I'd rather have baby wipes with me most of all. After that take some Immodium AD with you. Just do your job and you will be fine. Prayer is helpful too.
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Listen to your Team Leader. Trust your team and tour Team Leader. Train like your life depends on it because it actually does. Take all your training seriously, no matter how repetitive it gets. If you didn’t drop it, don’t pick it up.
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