Dogtag
A dogtag is a small identification tag worn by military personnel. Typically made of metal, it contains essential information about the wearer, such as their name, service number, blood type, and religious affiliation. The purpose of the dogtag is to allow for quick and easy identification of casualties in the event of death or injury.
The concept of identification tags has a long history, with early examples appearing as far back as
In the event of a soldier's death, one dogtag is usually left with the body, while the