Latest "body armor" stories

New Army and Air Force body armor gets fielded to the 82nd Airborne Division

First, it goes to close combat forces.

21 months ago

Marine veteran in body armor kills four in Florida, including infant, sheriff says

Bryan Riley is a Marine veteran who served in Afghanistan and Iraq, said Polk County Sheriff Grady Judd.

By Kelli Kennedy

21 months ago

New body armor carrier, plates and female-focused designs headed to soldiers

The rest of the Army will see fielding begin in mid-2022.

24 months ago

This unit will be the first to get the Army’s newest helmet, body armor kit

Plus: Even better, lighter helmets and body armor are coming in the next two years.

4 years ago

Army to test a new, lighter body armor vest and full system this year

Parts of the protective system are being delivered to soldiers.

4 years ago

Don’t cut corners on lighter, stronger protective gear for troops

Despite looming budget cuts, the Pentagon should continue to invest in high quality materials that are strong and durable – yet lightweight enough that they will not cause undue injury.

By Jim Cooper

5 years ago