Strap a 40 pound PRC-41
To the pack frame
Four smoke grenades
Don't forget the extra handset
Stand up
Grrrrr
You're not done
Need to eat, add ten pounds of C-s
Drink too, hook three quart canteens
A six pound load to the belt
A two pound M1911A1 .45
Ammo mags and medical pouch too
Stand up
Grrrr
You're not done
782 gear, e-tool, poncho and pack
To hold socks, skivvies and utilities
Pens and message pads
Some pogey bait too
15 more pounds on the frame
Stand up
Grrrrr
You're not done
Put on flak jacket
Top off with helmet and liner
Yet another 12 pounds
Strap on the pack board
Stand up
Walk
Grrrrrrrrrrrrrrr
Now you have an idea where "grunts" come from.
Bob Brewin
Bob Brewin joined Government Executive in April 2007, bringing with him more than 20 years of experience as a journalist focusing on defense issues and technology. Bob covers the world of defense and information technology for Nextgov, and is the author of the “What’s Brewin” blog.
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