Showing posts with label Russian Rations. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Russian Rations. Show all posts

Monday, August 8, 2016

Video Comparing Russian and US Army Field Rations: Beef Stew from Both Countries



Earlier this year, I ordered Russian Army field rations (Индивидуальный рацион питания/ИРП) from eBay.  This video compares the Russian ration rations with US Army MREs.  I compare the contents and have my kids compare the taste.  

Thanks to Teb Locke of Franklin and Marshall College for filming the taste test in the studios at F&M.  

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