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The History of Military Coffee

In the U.S. military, coffee is a staple for many troops.

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The History of Military Coffee

In the U.S. military coffee is a staple for many troops. It's not kept in a secure room or encrypted on a network but is found in the hands of sailors who are off watch and in mugs on messy workstations. It's served in chow halls around the world. If the Taliban or Al-Qaida poisoned our coffee supply, our troops would be rendered useless in less than a day.


The company has its roots in Afghanistan. Swatara Coffee Co.'s owners met the Afghanistan military in 2013 and decided to create a coffee that would honor these brave souls. They then purchased a Civil War-era house in Joanna's hometown and named it after a river in the area. This way, their coffee uniquely connects to the country's war veterans. They also dedicate 1% of their profits to veteran causes, making military coffee a unique gift.


During World War II, Italian espresso roast coffee was too strong for U.S. troops, so they watered it. This practice continued throughout the Korean War and the Vietnam War, where troops would heat the coffee using explosives. In addition, the coffee was served to troops in Red Cross canteens, and the Vietnam War soldiers had hot coffee available during their long marches. As a result, coffee became a staple in the rations of many troops.


The brand of coffee offered to the military varies from country to country. In the United States, Maxwell House and S&D are two of the top coffee brands, and they are distributed throughout the world. The company also distributes the coffee to Kuwait, Jordan, Southern Europe, and the United Arab Emirates. MREs, or military coffee packets, are a staple in the military. But the quality of these coffees varies. They are available in many countries, and the military proudly serves these beverages to their troops.


In the Civil War, the United States government added coffee to the rations, but only in 1864 did it officially become a regulated beverage. In 1864, the government bought 40 million pounds of coffee beans. The Confederates even started calling the coffee Joe. The story is that Josephus Daniels, the Secretary of the Navy under President Woodrow Wilson, banned alcohol on board ships and made coffee the most potent drink in a mess.


Alpha Coffee, formerly known as Lock-n-Load Java, is a veteran-owned coffee company. The company's logo and product names are inspired by military and patriotism. The company donates a percentage of the proceeds to veteran-support organizations, including the American Legion and the Fisher House Foundation. It also offers a discount for veterans and military spouses. This company is making the coffee available in stores nationwide.


In a study published in the Journal of Nutrition and Food, U.S. Army researchers found that caffeine helps soldiers maintain alertness throughout the day. It is excellent news for the military, as the soldiers often must work long hours with little sleep. In addition, the study found that soldiers who consume military coffee have better mental health. The drink also helps soldiers stay awake and alert for long work hours. Moreover, it helps them stay alert and prevents sleeplessness.

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