Posted on Oct 4, 2020
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I am about to go on my first deployment to the CENTCOM area of responsibility. I've been told that we will be fairly isolated and should pack to expect slow supply delivery. Ive stocked up on hygiene and and clothing, but what are some not necessarily essential items for a combat deployment but that you would always want? Anything that may make life a little better!
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Sgt Utilities Maintenance Chief
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A good headlamp and crocs. Crocs are years ahead of anything else for shower shoes.
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SSG Observer   Controller/Trainer (Oc/T)
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Ah, yes. I saw 7/10 people wearing them downrange last year
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PO2 Richard Taylor
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Pony up for a Petzl headlamp. Cheap is not the way to go for tools.
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A hard drive with 9 months worth of movies and shows. Or other stuff to keep you comfortable and entertained.
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*porn movies
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SGT Team Leader
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SFC (Join to see) I thought that was already implied lol
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SFC Senior Intelligence Sergeant
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SGT (Join to see) sometimes you gotta spell it out for people. You know, just in case.
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SGT Team Leader
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SFC (Join to see) True. Then perhaps use the correct terminology, which in this case would be a "Spank Drive," for example.
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MAJ Ken Landgren
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Try to find out if their is internet service for a laptop. Make sure your flip flops are thick. Flashlight. Small alarm clock. 550 chord. Leatherman. Goggles. Sharpie. Talk to the medics to get cravats to use to protect your face from the dust.
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