Dog tag
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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.[1]
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. All UNSC personnel wear dog tags when on active duty. There are, however, some exceptions.For example, Orbital Drop Shock Troopers, commonly referred to as ODSTs, have their Name, Rank, service number and blood type on a Sticker on their shoulder.Some Spartans have been confirmed to wear dog tags but some have chosen not to, some reasons may be that they are not injured normally.Jorge-052 gave his dog tags to Noble Six or Spartan-B312 as is his standard title at the end of Operation: UPPERCUT.
Usually, dog tags are removed from a fallen soldier to identify and later report their death, without the need to carry the body, as this would be virtually impossible in a combat situation. For example, in his trek through the Library, Master Chief found a dead marine called Marvin Mobuto and took his dog tags. Dog tags are supplemented by Neural Interfaces, which are capable of displaying basic information for identification and additional information on a soldier's vital signs. This information is accessed via a heads up display. Dog tags are useful in that they do not require a heads up display to access basic identification information.
Gallery
Jorge-052's dog tags, as seen in Halo: Reach.
Sources
- ^ Halo: The Flood, page 225: "He paused to recover their dog tags, scavenged some ammo, and kept on going."
