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{{SeeWikipedia|Dog tag (military)}} | {{SeeWikipedia|Dog tag (military)}} | ||
[[File:Reach-Dog tag.png|thumb|250px|[[Jorge-052|Jorge-052's]] dog tags, as seen in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.]] | [[File:Reach-Dog tag.png|thumb|250px|[[Jorge-052|Jorge-052's]] dog tags, as seen in ''[[Halo: Reach]]''.]] | ||
'''Dog tags''' are simple identification devices that have been used by military forces for centuries. This practice of identification has continued in the [[UNSC Defense Force]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', page 225 | '''Dog tags''' are simple identification devices that have been used by military forces for centuries. This practice of identification has continued in the [[UNSC Defense Force]].<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 225'' (''"He paused to recover their dog tags, scavenged some ammo, and kept on going."'')</ref> | ||
Historically, dog tags were simple metal plates attached to necklaces. However, it is likely that with new technology developed since our time, the current design of dog tags was changed. The purpose of the dog tag is to provide information when it is most critical. This includes the soldier's name, rank, service number, and blood type should they be injured and need medical treatment. | Historically, dog tags were simple metal plates attached to necklaces. However, it is likely that with new technology developed since our time, the current design of dog tags was changed. The purpose of the dog tag is to provide information when it is most critical. This includes the soldier's name, rank, service number, and blood type should they be injured and need medical treatment. | ||