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Tactical Alpinism

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Go bigger in the mountains. Expanding the mountain capability of the force. Sharing tactics, techniques and best practices from recreational mountain professionals for the military to use. AND From the military to enable recreational mountain athletes to go bigger in their personal time. All views and opinions expressed are those of the speakers and do not necessarily represent the stance of any entity that they may represent.

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Army Mountaineering Badge

Tactical Alpinism

31 minutes 12 seconds

6 months ago

Army Mountaineering Badge

In this episode evolution, and future of mountain warfare training in the U.S. Army. From the history of the 10th Mountain Division in World War II to the recent 2025 introduction of the Army's Mountaineering Badge now authorized for Army-wide wear. Plus, we break down what it takes to earn the badge today, where soldiers train, and why mountain warfare skills remain mission-critical in modern operations.

HR5009 Section 1086: https://www.congress.gov/bill/118th-congress/house-bill/5009/text

2024: Arctic Strategy: https://media.defense.gov/2024/Jul/22/2003507411/-1/-1/0/DOD-ARCTIC-STRATEGY-2024.PDF