2.9K views | All the major players in the Army's next generation squad automatic weapon contract competition will be in the same place at the same time, and leaders will gather to look ahead at modernization efforts and a broad range of issues facing the force at the Association of the U.S. Army's conference in Washington D.C. this week. Also - what's the best defense industry movie of all time? Our team weighs in. | Military Times | Facebook

3.2K views · 11 reactions | Go inside one of the Army's most advanced testing centers, where researchers develop gear and other items for troops to use in the field. In the first of our new 'Future Soldier' series, Defense News takes a look at a high-tech 'mannekin' that sweats and records temperatures to help test clothing being developed for soldiers. | Military Times | Facebook