Weather Power in War How Climate Shapes U S Army Gear
The article explains how the U S Army uses climatic data to train and equip troops for global warfare. It describes the Climatic Research Unit maps, clothing innovations in cotton and wool, specialized boots and gloves, and climate tailored gear for jungle, desert, Arctic, and mountain environments.
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