Cold-Weather Clothing System Increases Survivability, Comfort

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FORT BELVOIR, Va. (Army News Service, April 10, 2008) - Weather is among many challenges Soldiers face in Afghanistan and depending upon the season, the temperature in the rugged mountain nation can range from -20 degrees Fahrenheit to well above
100 F.

Winter is a particular challenge for troops. Operating in the cold is slower; it takes more time to perform tasks, and strength and concentration ebbs quicker so it's essential Soldiers stay warm and dry.

With the advent of the Generation III Extended Cold Weather Clothing System, Soldiers are getting the help they need from their equipment. Based on clothing used by mountaineering professionals, the GEN III ECWCS was designed to provide Soldiers with a survivability advantage while operating in multiple cold weather climates and activities. The system represents a large leap forward in providing layered clothing systems based on principles of insulation, layering, and ventilation.

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