The Military Channel does a pretty good job of giving insight into aspects of the military most people will never experience. Elite schools, intricate equipment, and historical events all get a chance in the spotlight.
The "Dirt" episode of their series "Toughest Military Jobs" does feature tough jobs, in the military, that involve getting dirty. Sewage treatment engineer, definitely. Tank recovery crew member, for sure.
Infantry... well, that might be a better fit in the "Dangerous" episode. Nevertheless, "Dirt" is a great look at the overlooked troops who keep the military running.
We begin with Army tank recovery crews, who drive their M88 A1s to the rescue when heavy vehicles get stuck in mud
Not only do they get deep in the mud to get the 100-pound recovery equipment in place, sludge also gets in their vehicle from below
They're not always dirty though--in 2003, a tank recovery crew took down the Saddam Hussein statue.
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