Here’s something that may sound odd or disgusting to anyone who’s ever served in the military: Field ration connoisseurship is a real thing. In fact, there’s a whole subculture around collecting meals ...

Gen. Douglas MacArthur had his signature corncob pipe. Soldiers got cigarettes in their C-rations during World War II. Even today, America's war on tobacco seems to have largely bypassed the military.

U.S. military-issued chocolate pre-dates the modern-day MRE, and even the C-ration. With one of the service's key suppliers celebrating a milestone this year, here's a look at some sweet history. 1.

HOPKINTON, Mass. (Jan. 28, 2013) -- Veterans from the small town of Hopkinton recently got a taste of new military rations technology at their monthly veterans breakfast, courtesy of the U.S. Army ...

Gen. Douglas MacArthur had his signature corncob pipe. Soldiers got cigarettes in their C-rations during World War II. Even today, America's war on tobacco seems to have largely bypassed the military.

U.S. military-issued chocolate pre-dates the modern-day MRE, and even the C-ration. With one of the service’s key suppliers celebrating a milestone this year, here’s a look at some sweet history. 1.