I'd like to say the US could do it but Singapore doesn't have natural resources or a strategic location that could be 'exploited.'ttuguy421 wrote:I wouldn't mind seeking a mock invasion... just to see how long the local defense would last before it ran crying for more fish ball soup and hello panda crackers
Well, with 2/3 of Singapores air and armour overseas, they don't expect an invasion herettuguy421 wrote:I wouldn't mind seeking a mock invasion... just to see how long the local defense would last before it ran crying for more fish ball soup and hello panda crackers
Well, this is Asia, and in Asia, the armed forces men dont' get fed on the "SUPER GROW" food as the US Armed forces men are fed, and pumped iron to look extremely scary ..ttuguy421 wrote: All I know is that when a bunch of U.S. Seals walk into a bar... you take notice.. and decide never to cross those guys (or any special forces... or well... any U.S. armed forces for that matter) when I see Singaporean armed forces walk into a place... I can't help but laugh to myself and feel like I am looking at a bunch of pansies...
While I will agree with ecureilx, but only speaking about a few units in the military here (specifically the commando & Guards Battalions and the naval diving team), but unfortunately, they will have to go a long way to be able to carry the esprit de corps or swagger of the Seals, SAS, SeaBees or GB's. But again, lest we forget, with the exception of a single commando exercise 20 years ago at Changi, none of the units here have ever been blooded as mentioned, they have always "volunteered" but only for rear guard action like medical units or offshore maritime patrols. It's kind of hard to get a swagger carrying a stretcher and wearing a first aid armband.ecureilx wrote: While it may seem Singapore is a cartoon army for many, it is from good and respected people I have heard great praise for their efficiency and professionalism - of course, when hell breaks loose, Singapore doesn't hesitate to send a LST / support ship / tankers and medical teams primarily in non-violent roles ..
I think a large part of that come from the fact that 70+% of them are myopic and wear specs.ttuguy421 wrote:All I know is that when a bunch of U.S. Seals walk into a bar... you take notice.. and decide never to cross those guys (or any special forces... or well... any U.S. armed forces for that matter) when I see Singaporean armed forces walk into a place... I can't help but laugh to myself and feel like I am looking at a bunch of pansies...
Users browsing this forum: No registered users and 0 guests