Uniform for Augmentation

Recently at CAPTalk a debate has arised on the issue of what kind of uniform CAP should and would wear in the event of base augmentation.
It appears three major options have been given:
1) Normal CAP Air Force Styled Uniform
2) Air Force Styled uniform stripped of rank
3) Corporate uniform

Personally I see no need to wear anything but our normal USAF Style uniforms. I honestly dont think that anyone would be confused enough to think that a CAP officer is in command authority of active troops, the blue name tapes help the issue alot. Some would say however that "We already get saluted while on base, that already shows the confusion we would cause if augmenting!"
Lordmonar summed it up the best;
"There is a big difference than saluting a possible officer and obey their commands.

If I am walking down the road...and see a strange uniform (say a member of the RAF) and it looks sort of officerish...I'm going to whip out a salute and say good morning sir! He he steps into my office and starts giving me orders....well....that's a completely different thing."

Agreed 100% Capt!

A Bad Call

Not more than 15 minutes ago, I received a phone call from a high school classmate of mine that is stationed here in Charleston. The reason for the call was to inform me that one of our other classmates was nearly killed in the latest helicopter crash in Afghanistan.

As of now, details are pretty sketchy, but what I do know is he is in very critical condition and is not able to be evac-ed yet. More to come, but please keep him and his family in your prayers.

Back again

Been a while since Ive been able to post, too busy recently.
In an attempt to further our ES capabilities I decided it might be a good idea to branch out to other entities. So, you re now looking at the newest CPL of the SC State Guard. Its interesting to compare the operations (my MOS) with those of CAP. I think in time the two can learn a lot from each other and really create a great relationship. I encourage any CAP members in states with SDF's to branch out; having the state military on your side can sure have its benefits.
That's all for now, carry on.

SAREX