Chaos Blog
The Chaos Blog is where I share useful Army tips, current news, stories, opinions, and the occasional weird or fun thing worth talking about. Whether you’re serving, thinking about joining, or just interested in Army life, you’ll find a little bit of everything here.
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Jungle Survival, Drones & More Army News – 02SEP2025
Read article →: Jungle Survival, Drones & More Army News – 02SEP2025Curious about what’s happening in the Army right now? This quick roundup covers five of the most interesting stories from the past…
Army Private Pay: What New Soldiers Really Earn
Read article →: Army Private Pay: What New Soldiers Really EarnIf you’ve looked at the military pay charts online, you might be shocked at how low Army private pay looks on paper.…
What you need to pass the Army Fitness Test
Read article →: What you need to pass the Army Fitness TestThe army is moving away from the six-event Army Combat Fitness Test (ACFT) and going to the all-new Army Fitness Test (AFT).…
Army Basic Training: 4 Phases Explained
Read article →: Army Basic Training: 4 Phases ExplainedIf you’re getting ready for Army Basic Training, you’ve probably heard it’s 10 weeks long. But what you may not know is…
Living in the Barracks: Pros and Cons Soldiers Should Know
Read article →: Living in the Barracks: Pros and Cons Soldiers Should KnowIf you’re a single soldier in the United States Army, there’s a strong chance you’ll be living in the barracks. Some people…
First Time at MEPS? Here’s Exactly What to Expect
Read article →: First Time at MEPS? Here’s Exactly What to ExpectIf you’re preparing to join the military, one of your first major steps is going through MEPS—Military Entrance Processing Station. It’s a…
New NCO? 3 Leadership Tips You Can’t Afford to Ignore
Read article →: New NCO? 3 Leadership Tips You Can’t Afford to IgnoreStepping into your role as a new NCO in the Army (or any military branch) is exciting—but it also comes with challenges…
Military Life: 3 Challenges No One Talks About
Read article →: Military Life: 3 Challenges No One Talks AboutJoining the military can be life-changing—full of purpose, camaraderie, and personal growth. But there are also challenges that rarely make it into…