# Military Uniforms on The No Agenda Show Military Uniforms comes up in 7 chapters across 7 episodes of The No Agenda Show, from March 2010 to June 2016. - **Chapters:** 7 - **Episodes:** 7 - **Discussed:** March 2010 – June 2016 - **Related topics:** [David Petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [C-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), [Chief Of Staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chief-of-staff.md), [Dwight Eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), [Eagle Scout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-scout.md), [Erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [Etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), [Fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [Generals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generals.md), [Hot Mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-mic.md) ## Chapters 1–7 of 7 ### Military Uniform Controversy, Illegal War Tactics - **Episode:** [838: Hillary and the Vase](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/838-hillary-and-the-vase.md) - **Published:** 2016-06-30 - **Time:** 43:17–49:44 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/838-hillary-and-the-vase/chapter/military-uniform-controversy-illegal-war-tactics.md The Benghazi report mentions US personnel on a tarmac changing in and out of uniforms multiple times, which Mark Toner denied caused any delays. The hosts speculate that US forces may have been wearing local militia uniforms, such as those of the YPG, to circumvent constitutional requirements for congressional war approval. This practice is criticized as a violation of international law regarding combatant identification. Keywords: [mark toner](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/mark-toner.md), benghazi report, [military uniforms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-uniforms.md), [ypg](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/ypg.md), [erdogan](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/erdogan.md), [international law](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/international-law.md) ### Nation-State Terrorism, General Petraeus Commentary - **Episode:** [627: Scam Celebrities](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/627-scam-celebrities.md) - **Published:** 2014-06-19 - **Time:** 1:20:02–1:25:08 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/627-scam-celebrities/chapter/nation-state-terrorism-general-petraeus-commentary.md The establishment of an ISIS nation-state is ironically viewed as a way to make the group a target for conventional warfare, moving away from asymmetrical terrorism. General David Petraeus recently commented that the US should not act as an "air force for Shia militias." Petraeus's public image and "over-decorated" military uniform are criticized as lacking "presidential timber." Keywords: [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [nation-state](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nation-state.md), asymmetrical warfare, shia militias, military uniform, [eagle scout](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/eagle-scout.md) ### General Keith Alexander Hot Mic Beer Comment - **Episode:** [523: by Law and by Rule](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/523-by-law-and-by-rule.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-20 - **Time:** 25:55–28:24 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/523-by-law-and-by-rule/chapter/general-keith-alexander-hot-mic-beer-comment.md A C-SPAN hot mic catches NSA Director Keith Alexander telling a deputy FBI director to tell his boss he "owes him another friggin' beer" following their testimony. The hosts question why the mainstream media ignores this exchange while Alexander continues to wear a military uniform despite the NSA being a civilian-led agency. Keywords: [keith alexander](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/keith-alexander.md), [nsa](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/nsa.md), [fbi](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/fbi.md), [hot mic](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/hot-mic.md), [c-span](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/c-span.md), military uniform ### Military Uniform Regulations, General Design Authority - **Episode:** [518: Hot Scene](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/518-hot-scene.md) - **Published:** 2013-06-02 - **Time:** 1:58:02–2:00:38 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/518-hot-scene/chapter/military-uniform-regulations-general-design-authority.md A listener's email challenged the claim that military generals design their own uniforms, asserting that they must follow strict regulations. However, research into military protocols suggests that high-ranking officers, particularly generals and admirals, have significant leeway to influence or customize their attire, as seen with the "Eisenhower jacket" and specific Navy blazer styles. Keywords: [military uniforms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-uniforms.md), army regulations, [generals](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/generals.md), eisenhower jacket, [chief of staff](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/chief-of-staff.md) ### Gringo Etymology, Green Uniform Myth - **Episode:** [329: Two Batteries One Cup](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup.md) - **Published:** 2011-08-11 - **Time:** 42:32–44:57 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/329-two-batteries-one-cup/chapter/gringo-etymology-green-uniform-myth.md The hosts debate the origin of the word "gringo," debunking a popular myth that it originated from Mexicans shouting "Green go home" at U.S. soldiers. Research suggests the U.S. Army wore blue uniforms during the 1840s, and the term likely derives from an old Spanish slang word for "Greek" used to describe anyone who did not speak Spanish. Keywords: gringo, [etymology](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/etymology.md), mexican-american war, [military uniforms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-uniforms.md), [slang](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/slang.md) ### General David Petraeus, US Army Uniform Regulations - **Episode:** [195: Kidnapping The Truth](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/195-kidnapping-the-truth.md) - **Published:** 2010-04-29 - **Time:** 11:02–15:15 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/195-kidnapping-the-truth/chapter/general-david-petraeus-us-army-uniform-regulations.md The hosts address listener feedback regarding their criticism of General David Petraeus's uniform. Citing Army Regulation 670-1, they argue that while standard officers are required to wear all earned badges, generals have the authority to design their own uniforms, leading to the conclusion that Petraeus chooses his "Generalissimo" aesthetic personally. Keywords: [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [us army](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/us-army.md), ar 670-1, uniform regulations, generalissimo, military medals ### Military Uniform Patches, General David Petraeus - **Episode:** [181: Jihad Jane Rides Again](https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/181-jihad-jane-rides-again.md) - **Published:** 2010-03-11 - **Time:** 1:35:07–1:37:19 - **Transcript:** https://search.noagendashow.net/episode/181-jihad-jane-rides-again/chapter/military-uniform-patches-general-david-petraeus.md A comparison of military uniforms reveals a significant increase in the number of patches and medals worn by modern generals like David Petraeus and Stanley McChrystal compared to World War II era leaders like Dwight Eisenhower. The proliferation of "jingle-jangle" on uniforms is criticized as a sign of insecurity or a shift toward "banana republic" aesthetics. Symbols on uniforms are noted for their deep psychological meaning to the public. Keywords: [military uniforms](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/military-uniforms.md), [david petraeus](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/david-petraeus.md), [stanley mcchrystal](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/stanley-mcchrystal.md), [dwight eisenhower](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/dwight-eisenhower.md), [symbolism](https://search.noagendashow.net/topic/symbolism.md) --- This is the markdown version of a page on The No Agenda Show for AI agents. 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