Posted on Jul 6, 2018
Is it okay for civilians to wear military acronym patches in public?
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Hello, I am 14 years old and a modern military and modern weaponry enthusiast, but lately I have been asking myself this question. Is it okay for civilians to wear military acronym patches in public? I tend to wear my hat with patches on it I put on that read something like "FNG" or "SSDD", but lately I have stopped because there is a part of me that deems it somehow disrespectful, and I'd like to hear anyone from here give me their insight on this. Any answers would be greatly appreciated.
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Jason Cervantes, Young man.. Well, this is only my opinion.. I have Never objected to any young man RESPECTFULLY wearing Military Patches.. Frankly some of them are really neat !! (old word for cool) If is done with respect, I have NO issues with this.. Military Patches (in the 60's) was influential to me going into the service.. Also these "Patches" Encourage HONOR to those who have died for my freedoms.. HONOR is not to be DISMISSED or FORGOTTEN.. Just do your best to Honor and Respect these patches, and our Military !! Thank you, Respectfully, Mike
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Jason Cervantes
Thank you for your answer and your service :) When I happen to wear something like a U.S. army patch on my backpack strap I wear it with respect to those who have risked it all and served, because I feel like with me wearing it, I am giving respect and recognition to those who have served in our military
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PO3 Michael James
Jason Cervantes - Yes, Sir; There are those of us who appreciate the respect/the action you are taking.. Stay positive Follow MSgt Hoffman's suggestion.. Educate yourself.. There is JROTC, College ROTC We always need educated leaders.. Heck for that matter you could become a weapons expert ... Best of Luck to you.. Respectfully, Mike
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I would submit that the FNG patch could well be construed as disrespectful, considering what the acronym is for.
Same with FUBAR and BOHICA.
Same with FUBAR and BOHICA.
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A couple of things here. One, "FNG" and "SSDD" are not military patches. People in the military may have them but they are not military. Neither are the "Secret Squirrel" and "PowerPoint Ranger" patches. Two, if you wear actual military patches like the 101st or 82nd patches you need to be careful how you do it. If you're giving the perception that you were part of those organizations then people are going to take offense. But if you have some other tie to these patches than you can explain, then go for it. For instance, my grandfather flew bombers in WWII. I'd be proud to wear a shirt with his unit insignia on it. But I'd also explain to anyone who asks why I wear it. At that point if they get offended, oh well. You can't make everyone happy.
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