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the long chain has 365 beads small chain has 52 beads 365 days a year 52 weeks in a year, keep track of time while a POW

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How long is an official military dog tag chain?

Standard US military dog tags are issued with one 2.5 mm, 24-inch neck chain and one 2.5 mm, 4-inch chain. The primary dogtag is worn around the neck, while the smaller chain is laced through a bootlace. The role of the boot-tag is to identify the body should the serviceman/woman be decapitated, and the primary tag lost,


Why the nick in the military dog tag?

The slight cutout or "nick" is to line up and hold the dog tag for stamping purposes. A rumor that the nick was used to drive the dog tag into the teeth of the dead soldier was just that, a rumor.


What information was on a World War 2 Japanese dog tag?

Name, Rank, Service Number,Blood Type


What does the T41-42 mean on the world war 2 dog tags?

It would mean the year that the dog tag wearer got a tetanus shot, in this case 1941-1942.


What is the purpose of the military dog tag chain?

The purpose of the dog tag is so a solider can be ID if needed. There are 2 of the ID tags so one can be put into the mouth of the body and one taken away for further ID. In the civil war the men would write their names on a piece of paper and pin them to their clothing so if they died in battle they would know who they were. Today in the middle east many people have their names tattooed on their body someplace for the same reason . During WWII, marines in the Pacific would take one tag for ID, and yes, put the other in the soldiers mouth. Direct quote from my Uncle Jim who was taught that during that war and when i questioned it during my Nam tour, they said the same thing...inside the mouth! Gross but true

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How many beads are on a army dog tag chain?

230


Why are there 365 beads on a large US ARMY dog tag chain and only 52 on the small dog tag chain?

Presumably, there are 365 beads on the large dog tag chain so that prisoners of war can keep track of the days that pass while they are in captivity. The 52 beads on the small chain presumably represent the number of weeks in a year. However, it should be noted that dog tags were not always worn on beaded chains (nylon rope, flat beads, and cloth tape were used as alternatives).


How many beads are on the dog tag chain?

I've heard this answer beforeLARGE CHAIN 365 FOR DAY IN THE YEARSMALL CHAIN 52 FOR WEEKS IN A YEARBut that's a myth, there is not really a set number for dog tag chains. It's around 200 one the large one and 40 on the small one. 365 balls on a large chain would be way too large.


How long is an official military dog tag chain?

Standard US military dog tags are issued with one 2.5 mm, 24-inch neck chain and one 2.5 mm, 4-inch chain. The primary dogtag is worn around the neck, while the smaller chain is laced through a bootlace. The role of the boot-tag is to identify the body should the serviceman/woman be decapitated, and the primary tag lost,


What can you do or buy for someone on valentines day for 25 pound?

A= rose, teddy and chocs B= dog tag if boy, heart for chain if girl C= plain chain =]


How were dog tags used by the United States military in the PTO and ETO?

all military personnel wore (two) dog tags. one on a main chain and the second attached to the main chain by a smaller chain. if the member was killed for any reason, the second dog tag, on the smaller chain, was removed to record the death of said person. this applied to both the ETO and PTO. this method is still in effect. Note: on the dog tag was victims name, serial number, date of immuniztion and religious preference


What is a dog tag on brothers in arms 2?

A dog tag.


Where can one purchase an engraved dog tag?

One can purchase an engraved dog tag from the following retailers: Identitag, Tag Makers, My Dog Tag, Dog Tags Online, Walmart, Petsmart, Your Dog Tags, King Ice, Amazon.


Uses of the dog tag chain?

None, besides serving the purpose of keeping the dog tags around the neck, or anything else needs to be worn by a member of the military. Can also hold wedding bands or crosses.


What is the dog tag layout for Spartans in the UNSC?

The dog tag layout for Spartans in the UNSC is the soldiers ID Tags.


Are dogs allowed on Boardwalk in Wildwood NJ if you have an emotional support dog tag?

if you have an emotional support dog ID tag they will be allowed without conflict www.emosdogtags.com supplies them ! look into it


Where can one find dog tag jewelry?

Dog tag jewelry can be found at any novelty shop. Most dog tag jewelry can be engraved to give to that special person in your life. You can find unique dog tags for men, women and children.