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Forgive my ignorance, but why is it a problem for UK military number plates to be put on vehicles in Germany? I'm sure the answer is probably obvious, but I sti
by encrypted_bird 1y ago
Forgive my ignorance, but why is it a problem for UK military number plates to be put on vehicles in Germany? I'm sure the answer is probably obvious, but I still don't see it. Sorry.
- netsharc 1y agoThe article mentions that the distinctive penis compensation vehicle would be very noticeable in Germany, and it'd be a sign that the driver is with the US military, compromising security... I'd imagine UK plates had the same function. Interestingly US servicemen are discouraged from travelling in uniform, even domestically, but they do that anyway..
- encrypted_bird 1y agoAh, okay. Thank you for explaining!
- fredoralive 1y agoI believe they were concerned that Northern Irish terrorists might use the distinctive number plates to target military personnel.
- gerdesj 1y agoBack in those days there were lots of unfriendly folk to worry about, not just the IRA. Its best not to stand out and paint "target" on yourself!