Posted on Jan 18, 2019
Do I buy the maroon beret or will they issue it to me when I get to the 173rd?
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I graduated airborne school a few years ago but didn’t go to an airborne unit after. I’ve just come in orders for 173rd. Do I buy the maroon beret or do they issue it to you when you get there?
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Buy a beret that has a cloth liner, not the military issue leather liner. Make sure you shave the inside AND the outside prior to shaping it.
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You'll get one issued to you, but if it is within your budget and character -- get the beret and unit insignia and show up as the high speed low drag soldier that you are. Good Luck and enjoy your assignment -- Airborne All the Way!
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LTC Jason Mackay
Just to add to the CSMs comment, the flash on the beret is specific to the Battalion you are assigned to.
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I just came from there buy one and have it ready when you get there! If you have any other questions please ask
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