In accumulation the soldiers cared around 22 million tons of ammunition while there Germans carried 67 million tons of ammunition
American soldiers were partially trained in the Vietnam language before they left to fight, but most certainly did use a language dictionary while there. It didn't take them long to pick up some of the language fast because it kept them alive. Many American soldiers (depending on where they were stationed) could speak fluent Vietnamese.
Generally, not less than 50 pounds, including rifle and ammunition
Soldiers carried a blanket, food, gas mask, canteens, a mess kit, a shaving kit, ammunition, weapon cleaning kit, shovel, bandages, sometimes an ampule of morphine, and personal articles in their kit. Depending on where they were sent, they might have many other items; examples are gloves, earplugs, sunglasses, binoculars, maps. Sometimes soldiers were assigned to carry items that were not for their own use, such as one mortar shell per man, or a gasoline can per man.
they carry guns and other kinds of weapons
soldiers always carry ammunition for reload their gun.
to defend themsleves
In accumulation the soldiers cared around 22 million tons of ammunition while there Germans carried 67 million tons of ammunition
American soldiers were partially trained in the Vietnam language before they left to fight, but most certainly did use a language dictionary while there. It didn't take them long to pick up some of the language fast because it kept them alive. Many American soldiers (depending on where they were stationed) could speak fluent Vietnamese.
A bandolier was first used in the sixteenth century in order for soldiers to carry ammunition. Depending on the gun or rifle it will only hold a certain amount of ammunition, therefore using a bandolier will hold more, ready for when it runs out. It's useful for combat and the bandolier is fitted across the soldier's chest.
Girlfriends & wives. Soldiers have carried and still do carry pictures of anyone who they hold dear. Soldiers away from home, especially in combat situations need reminders of those they leave behind. Some soldiers anyway. Some soldiers do not carry anything that reminds them of home, especially those serving in special ops units.
Not in your carry-on baggage
Check Wal Mart stores that carry ammunition for guns.
Generally, not less than 50 pounds, including rifle and ammunition
"Pass the ammunition" is a phrase historically used during times of conflict or warfare to request that someone provide additional ammunition for soldiers to continue fighting. It signifies the critical need for ammunition to sustain a battle effort.
As many as you can carry. There are no legal limits in the US on the quantity of ammunition one may carry.
Arms, ammunition, food.