Afghanistan: March 24, 2004

Archives

US Army Special Forces troops in Afghanistan have quietly been allowed to "go native" (at least in appearance) once more. When Special Forces first entered Afghanistan in October, 2001, they dressed like Afghans, including growing beards or moustaches. But in 2002, Army commanders in Afghanistan ordered the Special Forces to get in uniform and shave. Special Forces commanders complained (that the civilian dress was often a matter of life and death), but it wasn't until a new Army Chief of Staff (a former SOCOM commander) came in and cut the Special Forces some slack.

X

ad

Help Keep StrategyPage Open

First came Facebook, then came Twitter, and finally, AI has arrived. They have all caused a decline in our business, but AI may be the deadliest innovation. We are currently in survival mode. Our writers and staff receive no payment in some months, and even when they do, it is below the minimum wage for their efforts. You can support us with your donations or subscriptions. Please help us keep our doors open.

Make sure you spread the word about us. Two ways to do that are to like us on Facebook and follow us on X.

Subscribe   Donate   Close