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What is the policy concerning drinking off post while in uniform?

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AR 670-1 paragraph 4-3c(1) states:  Personnel may not wear the combat uniform in off-post establishments that primarily sell alcohol for consumption on the premises. If the off-post establishment sells alcohol and food for consumption on the premises, Soldiers may not wear the combat uniform if their activities in the establishment center on the drinking of alcohol.

Notice it states primarily.  I interpret this to mean that a bar would not be appropriate but that a restaurant that serves alcohol would be appropriate. Keep in mind the post commander can implement a policy letter on drinking while in uniform that supplements AR 670-1.  For example, the policy letter could state that Soldiers will not drink while in uniform while off post. Check local policies letters.  You can also check with the local IG office.

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Mark is a Retired Command Sergeant Major with 26 years of military leadership experience. He held 3 military occupational specialties (Field Artillery, Nuclear Weapons Tech, and Ammunition Ordnance). Mark is one of the leading military authors in the fields of leadership, counseling, and training.

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