Posted on Oct 8, 2016
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Uh no but I know how to set up ASUs I'm in the Honor Guard and know where everything goes and have the micrometer to measure everything.
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Yeah I do too, but time to do it isn't really there due to being stuck in lodging with four children lol
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Ah ok I know that clothing sales there's a dry cleaners in the back and they put ASUs together I think.
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Thanks for the info.
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New York Clothers in Louisville?
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MSG David Rogers III
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True, I did not make it all the way to SGM, but made it far enough...... setting up my own uniform!

We had a surplus store outside of Fort Drum that set up ASUs, performed by a retired CSM. Hand him a uniform and an ERB, come back in a few days... done. The issue I have with it, is that we lose the experience if someone does the work for us. I have met junior and senior NCO who have immaculate ASUs, but cannot recognize ribbons out of order on other soldiers uniforms, because they have no practice or experience. In fact, a few years ago I knew of an NCO promoted to SFC with the DA photo having the Korean Service Medal (issued before he was born) instead of the Korean "Defense" Service Medal (which he did earn). They completely missed the light blue colors of the UN. I am assuming those board members had someone else set up their uniform as well.

I had 28 years of wearing the uniform for the Army, and the last four years wearing it occasionally as a veteran. And even to the last ASU set-up, I had a copy of the appropriate regulations laid out (or on the computer screen), verifying my placements.

Yes, it takes time and patience. Appurtenances (oak leaves and stars) can be difficult. But taking that time shows the pride you have for that uniform not only to others, but yourself!
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