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Marines: ‘Combat Diaper’ Ineffective Against Rifle Rounds, Defecation

Marines: ‘Combat Diaper’ Ineffective Against Rifle Rounds, Defecation

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Oct 05, 2022
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Kabul, Afghanistan – With the focus on stopping shrapnel and explosive projectiles from causing injury, the military has recently fielded new groin protectors downrange. The gear, dubbed "combat diapers" by the troops, add a layer of protection that has been celebrated by some, according to Military Times, and blasted by others.

“It just adds more layers…

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