The Rapid Equipping Force on Bagram Airfield designed the prototype for the 500 Round Ammunition Pack System or "IRONMAN", which took a soldier’s concept for an ammunition backpack By Task ...

Hundreds of students from Waltham, Watertown and Newton got a jump on their back-to-school prep Monday — boosted by the Salvation Army’s program to distribute 850 backpacks full of supplies.

A workout inspired by soldiers marching with heavy military backpacks is growing popular among menopausal women, bringing benefits for their health, according to fitness experts. "Rucking is ...