Purpose
The established reasons for having a unit run include:
- Allowing the commander to assess his troops' physical fitness
- Building unit esprit de corps
- Physical conditioning
Unit runs are often performed to mark an anniversary or holiday, or simply to maintain camaraderie and adhesion within the unit.
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