Originally Posted by
Biggus
As opposed to today, when we have a small, left leaning, 'woke', Air Force with a massive retention problem....
When war push comes to shove, are not warriors best impressing the enemy with their morale, cohesion, demeanour and discipline? Does not instant obedience with legal orders and a general air of belonging to the toughest and cleverest gang around count any more?
Does not self-respect begin with appearance and punctuality and can-do?
A ragged-arsed unkempt shambling unit may be good for recruiting and retention [although I am not sure if I would want the recruits] but will it put fear in the enemy and protect the country that they / we sign[ed] up to serve?