NWU - I told you so

Yep, back in '06.

But one junior sailor complained the NWUs were too heavy and hot to wear in the boiling waters off Africa, and another said its sleeves were uncomfortable when rolled up above the elbow, Marine-style.

You should have seen the Sailors I saw melting in 100F heat last month.

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UPDATE: FbL offers a woman's perspective.

I don't even want to tell you how many Sailors I've addressed as Marine in the last three months...

@#$*^&$@#&! Navy Service Uniform.

Yes; we do loves her.