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RECRUIT SUSTAINMENT PROGRAM SOLDIER TRAINING READINESS MODULES Proper Wear of the Military Uniform 30 September 2018

SECTION I. ADMINISTRATIVE DATA

Lesson Plan Proper Wear of the Military Uniform Series

Task(s) Task Number INDIVIDUAL Taught Academic The academic hours required to teach this lesson are as follows: Hours Resident Hours/Methods 0 hrs 50 mins / Conference / Discussion 0 hrs 00 mins / Practical Exercise (Performance) Test 0 hrs Test Review 0 hrs Total Hours: 0 hrs 50 mins References Additional Number Title Date Information AR 670-1 Wear and Appearance 03 Feb 2005 of Army Uniforms and Insignia FM 5-19 Composite Risk 21 Aug 2006 Management TRADOC Pam The Soldier’s Blue 09 Jun 2010 600-4 Book Student Study None Assignments Instructor a. 1 Instructor per 35 Soldiers Requirements b. Be familiar with this Training Support Package (TSP) Equipment Id Stu Inst Required Name Ratio Ratio Spt Qty Exp 5836013927680/96454N 1:1 No 0 No LCD DATA PROJECTOR 6730-00-577-4813 1:1 No 0 No Screen, Projection, BM-10A, Stand 702102982124/70209N 1:1 No 0 No Computer, Personal System Materials Instructor Materials: Required a. This Training Support Package (TSP)

b. TR Pam 600-4, Soldier’s Blue Book

c. AR 670-1

d. Pencils/Paper

Student Materials: a. TR Pam 600-4, Soldier’s Blue Book

b. Battle Book Extreme Other materials as directed by RSP Unit SOP Classroom, Organizational Classroom Training Area, and Range Requirements Instructional NOTE: Before presenting this lesson, instructors must thoroughly prepare by Guidance studying this lesson and the identified reference material.

2 SECTION II. INTRODUCTION

NOTE: SHOW Slide 1 (STRM)

NOTE: SHOW Slide 2 (Understanding “Why”)

Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio is: 1:35 Time of Instruction: 5 mins Media: Slide Presentation

Motivator By always having an impeccable uniform you are demonstrating that you are living the Army Values with Honor. Terminal NOTE: SHOW Slide 3 (Terminal Learning Objective) Learning Objective NOTE: Inform the students of the following Terminal Learning Objective requirements.

At the completion of this lesson, you [the student] will: Action: Identify the proper wear of accessories on the Military Uniform Conditions: Given information on the proper wear of accessories, decorations, and insignias for the uniforms issued at Basic Combat Training (BCT) Standards: Correctly identify the components of the prescribed uniform(s); properly prepare the uniform(s) in accordance with published procedures Safety Conduct a safety brief prior to training as needed and IAW unit and installation Requirements policies. Risk Low - Risk Assessment to be produced locally IAW FM 5-19, August 2006. Assessment

Level Evaluation None Instructional Explain to students any personal experiences about proper wear of the uniform, or Lead-In perhaps even any contemporary news item involving the improper or illegal wear of the uniform. Remind students that we discussed some of the aspects of customs and traditions in a previous lesson plan, and tie them to this lesson plan.

3 SECTION III. PRESENTATION

1. Learning Step / Activity 1. Identify the proper wear of accessories on the Military Uniform Method of Instruction: Conference / Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:35 Time of Instruction: 40 mins Media: Slide Presentation

NOTE: SHOW Slide 4 (History of the Military Uniform)

NOTE: Instruct students to follow along in their Battle Book Extreme

NOTE: The following provides topics by which group discussion may be initiated. Be prepared to give examples, whether of personal experience, tradition, or an example to emphasize a point.

a. Purposes and history of the military uniform.

(1) To provide a means by which units might readily be identified in action or on the march.

(2) A means by which rank could be distinguished.

(3) To foster pride of service and esprit de corps. The uniform in America is based on European tradition. Some of the history behind it is as follows:

(a) The idea of camouflaged uniforms began in the American Revolutionary War with homespun brown deerskins. But, continental soldiers wore uniforms patterned after the British. Not until World War I did the U.S. Army begin to wear uniforms designed to blend with the terrain and vegetation.

(b) Until World War I, the "dress-up" uniform and the "work" uniform were one and the same. This created obvious problems in camouflage, suitability on the battlefield, ease of cleaning, etc.

(c) Today, the dress uniforms preserve the traditional values of the past by retaining some of the colors and ornamentation of former times. However, the work uniform is designed for use on the battlefield and makes no effort to be distinctive except in insignia.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 5 (Army Physical Fitness Uniform)

b. First, let’s take a look at the Army Physical Fitness Uniform, or APFU. This is a uniform you can wear on and off the installation, when authorized by your commander. Your APFU consists of four core items, which are identical for males and females, plus some accessories. The core items are:

(1) Black running shorts with “Army” in gold.

(2) Black t-shirt with “Army” in gold (both short sleeve and long sleeve).

(3) Black with Gold running jacket.

(4) Black running pants.

c. Accessories:

(1) In the way of accessories, you need to have a pair of running shoes. You buy these commercially. I highly recommend you buy real running shoes, not just any old athletic shoes.

(2) Socks have to be plain and white or black with no logos, stripes, symbols, or swooshes. Socks have to be long enough to cover your ankle bone, but not as long as soccer or tube socks.

(3) Also, you can wear black spandex running shorts. But, these must be purchased at Army clothing sales.

(4) Then, depending on the weather and the time of day or night, you’ll also wear:

(a) Reflective belts or vests.

(b) Gloves.

d. Tips on wearing the APFU. A few tips on how to wear some of the elements in the IPFU:

(1) Zip up your jacket; don’t roll or push up the sleeves.

(2) Tuck in your t-shirt.

(3) Wear your socks straight up; don’t roll or fold them over.

(4) Pull your watch cap down snugly; fold up the bottom of the cap; don’t roll it up.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 6 (Army Combat Uniform – Operational Camouflage Pattern (OCP))

e. Utility Uniform: Army Combat Uniform. (OCP)

(1) Jacket. (Wearing Guidelines)

(a) Loose fitting.

(b) Alterations to make the uniform form fitting are not authorized.

(d) Blouse bellows for increased mobility.

(e) Sleeves worn down at all times.

(f) Jacket must not extend below the top of the cargo pocket and must not be higher than the bottom of the side pocket.

(2) Trouser. (Wearing Guidelines)

(a) Loose fitting.

(b) Alterations to make the uniform form fitting are not authorized.

5 (c) Trousers will be worn bloused using the elastic drawstring and must not extend past the third eyelet of the boots.

(3) Occasions for wear:

(a) On duty or during travel when prescribed by commanders.

(b) For both male and female Soldiers.

(d) Year round all-purpose uniform.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 7 (Army Combat Uniform (Insignia (OCP))

(4) Insignias.

(a) Rank. Embroidered rank insignia is worn centered on the front hook and loop- face pad of the jacket breastbone for ranks private through general.

(b) Last name/U.S. Army. Embroidered last name is worn on the right pocket attached to the Velcro. The embroidered U.S. Army is worn on the left pocket attached to the Velcro.

(d) Organization Patch. Organization patch is worn on left sleeve, centered on the hook and loop-face below the left should pocket flap.

NOTE: Army National Guard (ARNG) and Reserve (USAR) Soldiers are authorized to wear the insignia of their parent ARNG or USAR organization from the start of training.

NOTE: Cover local SOP/policy concerning wear of ACU.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 8 (Army Uniform – Patrol Cap)

(5) Patrol cap. Wearing guidelines:

(a) Straight-sided, flat topped, with a double thick bill, and internal pocket.

(b) Universal camouflage pattern.

(d) Worn straight on the head so that the cap band creates a straight line parallel to the ground.

(e) No hair will be visible on the forehead.

(f) Subdued pin-on or embroidered insignia of grade will be worn centered on the front of the cap left to right, top to bottom by all Officers and Enlisted personnel. Chaplains will wear branch insignia.

(g) No other insignia will be worn on the cap. Other, as directed by unit SOP.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 9 (Exercise)

6 NOTE: SHOW Slide 10 (Army Uniform – Beret)

(5) Beret.

NOTE: Discuss the correct wear of the beret using the following points as guidelines while addressing any concerns you have regarding the proper wear.

• The beret is worn with Class A, Class B, and Class C Uniforms. • Binding is 1 inch above and parallel to eyebrows. • Flash is centered on left eye. • Hair should not be showing below binding. • Excess material draped over right ear, but no lower than middle of ear. • Beret is formed to the shape of the head.

NOTE: Every Soldier is familiar with the ACU, we see it every day on television, however the Class A Army Service Uniform is not as familiar, or for that matter not as simple. To instruct this last portion of the Lesson Plan, it is best to have a battle buddy wear the Class A, or in the alternative wear the Class A uniform yourself, and as you discuss each part of the accessories, badges, etc., point to or have your battle buddy exhibit the particular area you are discussing. It would be advisable to have a ruler to show the appropriate distances annotated below. Once again, work with logistics and be creative in finding a uniform, to include a mannequin.

Review the following with the students offering personal observations, however it is imperative that you stay within regulatory authority.

f. Army Service Uniform (ASU).

(1) The Army Service Uniform is based on the Army's dress blue uniform and replaced the white, blue and green service uniforms. Paratroopers are authorized to wear the black combat boots with the ASU.

(2) The Army Service Uniform replaced both the Class “A” and “B” green uniforms. Soldiers will be expected to own the complete ASU by July 2014.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 11 (Class “A” Army Service Uniform (ASU))

g. Class “A” ASU includes:

(1) Army Blue Coat

(2) Trousers (Male)

(3) Skirt/Slacks (Female)

(4) Shirts, White, Long- and Short-Sleeved.

(5) Necktie, Black, Four-in-Hand (Male).

(6) Neck Tab (Female).

(7) Undershirt, white.

(8) Headgear (service hat/beret).

(9) Shoes, Oxford, Black.

(10) Socks, dress.

NOTE: SHOW Slide 12 (Class “B” Army Service Uniform (ASU))

h. Accessories.

(1) Belt with brass buckle and tip.

(2) Insignia disk. Will be 1 inch above the notch where the collar meets the lapel, centered between the seam and the outside edge of the collar, and the “U.S.” or branch insignia will be canted parallel to the inside edge of the lapel.

NOTE: During initial entry training, the “U.S.” insignia disk will be worn on both collars. At the completion of Advanced Individual Training (AIT) or One Station Unit Training (OSUT) the Soldier will be permitted to wear the MOS branch insignia on their left collar.

(3) Badges. (marksmanship, special skills, and identification) Will be worn 1/8 inch down from the top of the pocket and centered on the flap with 1 inch between badges if two are worn, and evenly spaced if 3 are worn.

(4) Regimental crests. The regimental crest will be worn 1/8 inch above the top of the right pocket and centered.

(5) Name Plate. Will be worn on the right pocket flap, centered between the top of the pocket and the top of the button, centered on the flap and parallel to the ground.

(6) Ribbons/awards. Will be worn 1/8 inch above the top of the left pocket, centered on the pocket, and parallel to the floor.

i. Class “B” Army Service Uniform (ASU) includes everything listed for the Class “A” ASU except the Army Blue Coat.

NOTE: Check on Learning

QUESTION: Is today’s uniform meant to preserve the traditional values of the past and why? ANSWER: Yes, by retaining some of the colors and ornamentation of former times.

QUESTION: Is the beret is worn 2 inches above the eyebrows? ANSWER: No, the beret is worn 1 inch above the eyebrows.

QUESTION: Do both the males and females wear the same type ACU unlike the Class A uniform? ANSWER: Yes, there is no difference other than size.

QUESTION: Both the males and females wear the insignias in the same place on the Class A uniform? ANSWER: No, the male and female uniforms are made differently as a result the insignias are placed differently on each uniform.

NOTE: Review and clear up any questions the Soldiers have about the wearing and placement of insignias on the ACU and Class A uniform.

8 NOTE: SHOW Slide 13 (“The Soldier’s Creed”)

NOTE: SHOW Slide 14 (Terminal Learning Objective)

TERMINAL LEARNING OBJECTIVE ACTION: Identify the proper wear of accessories on the Army Uniform CONDITIONS: Given information on the proper wear of accessories, decorations, and insignias for the uniforms issued at Basic Combat Training (BCT) STANDARDS: Correctly identify the components of the prescribed uniform(s); properly prepare the uniform(s) in accordance with published procedures

9 SECTION IV. ASK FOR QUESTIONS AND SUMMARY

Method of Instruction: Discussion Instructor to Student Ratio: 1:35 Time of Instruction: 5 mins Media: None

a. Ask students if they have any questions.

b. Answer all questions or agree to get back to students with a complete or appropriate answer.

NOTE: SUMMARY

During this block of instruction we have discussed the general overview of the ACU and Class A uniform and the proper placement of the insignias on the individual uniforms for both male and female Soldiers. You were also introduced to the upcoming Army Service Uniform. Review your battle book as well as your IET Soldier’s handbook if you have any questions before next drill.