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What’s in the kit of an Estonian winter soldier? (international version)

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Feb. 7, 2021 | 1:23

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Skis, snowshoes and a shovel – these are just some of the items that soldiers in Estonia carry in their winter kit. In this feature, Sgt Remys-Bert Ville provides a comprehensive list of equipment required for Estonian soldiers to operate during winter months, where temperatures can sink as low as minus 20 degrees Celsius. Footage includes shots of Sgt Ville presenting each item to camera and Estonian infantry soldiers walking through the snow near a forest. All NATO enhanced Forward Presence Battlegroup Estonia training is conducted in line with Estonian national COVID policy. The Battlegroup is currently operating as a ‘bubble’ in order to achieve maximum output from this training, whilst protecting personnel.

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SOUNDBITE- (ENGLISH) Sgt Remys-Bert Ville, Estonian Defence Forces ‘My name is Sgt Remys-Bert Ville and this is what Estonian infantry soldiers carry with them in the winter. This is my rifle. I have a 3x zoom, an Aimpoint and a laser with a flashlight. Bayonet. Shovel. Gas mask and filter. 48-hour ration packs. Gas stove and pot. Summer sleeping bag. Autumn and spring sleeping bag. Together, winter sleeping bag. Over boots. Snowshoes. Waterproof clothes. Bivvy tent. Light sticks. #END#