What’s in the Kit: Slovenian Mountain Warfare Soldier

Mountain warfare demands more than physical fitness — it requires specialized tactical and technical training. Soldiers must adapt to high altitudes, develop climbing-specific muscles, and carry the right gear to survive and operate in rugged terrain.

At the NATO Mountain Warfare Centre of Excellence in Slovenia, Allied and partner forces are trained to handle these harsh conditions.

In this video, First Warrant Officer Sebastian Silar walks us through the essential equipment that a mountain warfare soldier typically carries in the field.