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If you’ve spent enough time in the field, you know how bad it can feel to crawl out of a bivy bag cold, crusted in sweat, and running on three hours of sleep. You don’t always have time for a full shave or wash, but you still want to feel human before you start the day. That’s where this little thing comes in — what I call the 2 Ounce Shower. It’s a pre-moistened cotton towel, about the size of a hand towel but lighter than a lighter. It’s not a wipe — it’s a damn good field towel that just...

Most Soldiers and NCOs know the struggle — trying to find the right T&EO, digging through ATN, jumping between portals, asking three different leaders, and hoping you picked the right version. 90% of the time you’re away from a computer, can't print, CAR won’t load on your phone, and you’re stuck without the resource you need to plan a lane, run hip-pocket training, or answer a simple question for your Soldiers. A member of the cadre for the Army’s first-ever Best Squad competition takes aim...

Training & Evaluation Outlines (T&EOs) are the backbone of the Army’s training system. They define the task, the conditions under which you train, and the standards a unit or Soldier must meet to be evaluated as “trained.” Whether you’re a new team leader or a seasoned senior NCO, understanding how to build a training plan using T&EOs is essential to doing your job the way the Army expects. This guide breaks down the Army’s doctrinal process, how to read and use T&EOs, and which forms, tools,...