We never had MRE's,, just C-rations and a few "long rations" (freeze dried) when we were in the mountains, which I thought were great after eating C-rations all the time. It's one of the reasons I can appreciate Mountain House freeze-dried meals now.
Junk Yard Dog #1 Moderator/Leader of the Pack Good night Mrs. B, wherever you are! Long Live the Brotherhood of the Yard!