Posted on Oct 29, 2014
Isn't it time to get rid of stickers and plates that mark Americans overseas?
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Americans in select countries within Europe and Asia still use ID Stickers and license plates that mark them as Americans. In some cases, the Status of Forces Agreement (SOFA) requires it, effectively reducing costs for soldiers, yet marking their vehicle as a potential target. NATO issues Red plates similar to embassy. Japan insists on having the "Y" mark commonly known as Yankee.
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Yes, SGM (Join to see), it's long past time to eliminate these OPSEC hazards. In Germany we went to more German-like license plates. The idea is to blend in to the best of our ability, and getting rid of these stickers and plates that mark Americans as Americans (and potential targets) overseas is a big first step in that direction.
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SGM (Join to see)
CW5 Montgomery--yes, agree. You win another "First Responder" badge--gotta tell me how you stay on top... my USAREUR plates were still very different from the locals...and of course many still had American autos. Had wires cut on my lights and brake lines once in Ktown during bombing of Kosovo. --
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You have to show or swipe an ID at the gates anyways...what's with all the overkill on every little thing in the military? Oh wait, that's right, lobbyism and job security, my bad, I forgot!!!
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We have been dealing with this for decades! During the 80's red terrorist cells were blowing up cars and setting bombs wherever they could distinguish an American owned automobile. We responded by posting security forces at the gates and required a 100% ID check! We need to get rid of the plates and stickers that clearly ID our troops as American. Not only does it expose us, but it endangers our dependents, as well.
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SGM (Join to see)
SMSgt Hindle-=-agree, yet the trouble with all this Security Theater is we react and support the terrorist ideology to some extent. Right now, a line of vehicles stuck outside the gate is a more inviting target than the people inside the gate.
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SMSgt Raymond Hindle
That is certainly a consideration! I have seen the morning rush hour jams at Andrews, Langley, Ramstein, Ft. Benning, and many others. Perhaps it is time to embrace some new technology! Anyone know where I can get a suggestion form?
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