All US service members are issued and required to wear dog tags regardless of branch.
That's not true. I've been in for awhile, and unless you're sent on an IA or GSA, you are not required to wear dog tags.
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All armed forces personel are issued identity tags which must be worn at all times while on active duty.
navy and marine corps.
Dog tags were first used in the mid 19th century during the Taiping Revolt. The tags were given to Chinese soldiers to identify them.
To spot real or fake military dog tags, examine the material they are made of. Authentic military dog tags are typically made of stainless steel or aluminum and have a specific thickness and weight. Look for any inconsistencies in the information engraved on the tags, such as misspellings or incorrect formats. Additionally, check for the presence of a notch on one of the tags, which is a characteristic feature of authentic military dog tags.
Military dog tags were first introduced during the American Civil War. At this time the tags were sometimes no more than a piece of paper pinned to a soldier's uniform.
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