Uniform Cleanliness in the Army

Uniform cleanliness is an important part of being in any branch of military. It shows your pride as a soldier, how you are willing to meet the expectations of the military, and reflects on how that individual is as a person. Uniform cleanliness and maintenance is very important to the Army, as AR670-1 is a very well known regulation among the Enlisted and Officers alike. It covers all regulations on appropriate attire all the way down to how to wear it. To make sure these standards are upheld, inspections are performed to make things are always in order. Things like having your I.D. Card, tags, and a clean appearance directly affects you and your fellow soldiers; if you aren't prepared, a lack of discipline among the ranks, and as well as a lack self-discipline is displayed and can be taken as an insult.

Keeping your uniform looking sharp is one of the many responsibilities a soldier most uphold in the Army, and an easy one at that. Keeping your clothes clean is a basic life skill that most of the world population can achieve with very little effort. When you fail at doing so, you lower everyone's expectations of you as well as lose faith in assigning tasks to you in the future. If you take pride in your uniform, people will tell how much you care about your job in the Army and will be more willing to grant you responsibility. In turn, it directly affects how fast you move up in the world through promotions and schools.

The expectations of the Army are high, but there is a reason you are supposed to meet them. Every soldier reflects their respective branch. The policy regarding Army uniform wear is AR 670-1, and is very specific on how one should look. Chapter 3 covers appearance and grooming policies, such as making sure your uniform fits, kept clean and well maintained. It is pertinent to your future in the Army that you listen to policies, because the punishments can bite you later. Getting a negative counseling statement will make NCOs question you and...