Posted on Dec 17, 2014
Would you support a standard uniform for all branches of service? Why or Why not?
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I think we need to go back to a single utility uniform, like we had until the USMC developed MARPAT (then the Army tried to say "hold my beer" and failed with the ACUs). Furthermore, we need to let the combat arms professionals (infantry, special ops, etc) design the uniform... not the desk jockeys who place form over function.
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Good idea. I'm partial to multicam, myself. And a hat with a brim. Give SOF types their berets back, if they want them.
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We're not talking about making fashion statements. One good, versatile uniform that would serve our fighters under any circumstances would simply logistics and reduce costs. They can use hats and patches to enhance identification. Save the fashion statements for dress uniforms.
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I am torn here. Battle dress makes sense based on theater and mission not branch. Dress uniform definitely should remain separated. Good luck getting marines to give up their blood strip or letting others wear it.
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Imagine how much money the military would save. I remember when we all wore BDU's.
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As long as it's not the Army one we wore in Afghanistan - that was extremely uncomfortable and did not feel like a uniform; it felt more like pajamas
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CDR Michael Goldschmidt
LT Charles Baird - I can't comment, because I never wore that one. I was in Afghanistan in 2003. Say hi to Cheatham Annex for me. I live in Williamsburg when I was a LT, 1989-1993, but never had access to Cheatham.
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LT Charles Baird
CDR Michael Goldschmidt - You didn't miss much there really isn't anything there but NAVELSG
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After wearing the Navy's blue cammies I would say yes.....no reason we shouldn't all be in the same utility uniform all the time. Service and dress uniforms should always be service specific, however.
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