Deployment Mustache

A mustache grown during a military deployment.

Many soldiers will grow a mustache while deployed. It's a long time away from friends and family, so there's no worries about loved ones making fun of it growing in. Also, a mustache is the only form of facial hair allowed by AR 670-1. It's a small freedom, and many choose to exercise that freedom.

It's one of those small things that you have control over, so it's kind of fun to see how well you can grow one, even if you might shave it when you get back to the states.

It may seem silly to think about, but if you have deployed, you'll understand.

Pvt: "Did you see LT's deployment mustache?"
PFC: "yeah, it looks cool but he's probably gonna shave it when he gets back home"