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[[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.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 225'' (''"He paused to recover their dog tags, scavenged some ammo, and kept on going."'')</ref> | '''Dog tags''' are simple identification devices that have been used by military forces for centuries.<ref>'''[[Halo: The Flood]]''', ''page 225'' (''"He paused to recover their dog tags, scavenged some ammo, and kept on going."'')</ref> the [[United Nations Space Command]] armed forces as well as other military organizations, such as the [[Sedran Colonial Guard]],<ref>'''[[Halo: Nightfall]]'''</ref> continue to use this form of identification in the 26th century. | ||
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. | ||