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.

The United States rationed many foods and other items, such as gasoline, because so much of its harvest and production went to the far-flung armed forces and allies. The intention was to share the ...

C-rations were the infamous canned meals that fueled many American troops during the Vietnam War. The proper name for the meals is ‘Meal, Combat, Individual (MCI),’ but C-rat’ is how most guys ...

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 ...

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 ...

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.