needforspeed 82 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 If they asked you, would you join the Thai armed forces. Helping protect and defend LOS. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark45y 88 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I would join the Navy but not the Army. Navy keeps houses of ill repute on base. I don't think the Army does. Army seems a bit uptight to me. Navy has more fun and good beaches plus they get to go pirate hunting. The Navy speaks better English too, even though they employ Aussie English teachers. Most of the Naval officers can say very distinctly, "put some shrimp on the barbie and get me a beer." And that is an important phrase to know in any military unit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
billd766 35714 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I am far too old now but if I was asked I would go back to an Air Force job again but only on the understanding that my son now aged 6 NEVER went into the Army. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
geriatrickid 21399 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 No. I am not a citizen of Thailand. Non citizens that would serve would be considered mercenaries. I don't need that on my CV. Nor do I fancy shooting civilians, wish to brutalize refugee seekers nor lose a limb in the South. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSingh 9 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 No.. Why would you ask this question to people whom i'm sure 99% of, are not even Thai ?? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonrakers 172 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Do I get my own tank? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krading 52 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Do I get my own tank? and a work permit? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mark45y 88 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 No.. Why would you ask this question to people whom i'm sure 99% of, are not even Thai ?? The US paid the Thais to fight during the 1960's and 70's I'd return the favor, they could pay me. Maybe it is covered under the treaty of Amity. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mstribling 24 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Odd question. The answer is "No" I served my country, Thai's can serve theirs. I'm a guest and guests should not do any heavy lifting. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
zydeco 11276 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Do we get to wear armbands? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJP 7067 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Do I get my own tank? No. You get to peel rice. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MSingh 9 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 No.. Why would you ask this question to people whom i'm sure 99% of, are not even Thai ?? The US paid the Thais to fight during the 1960's and 70's There's a surprise.. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
MJP 7067 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 No.. Why would you ask this question to people whom i'm sure 99% of, are not even Thai ?? The US paid the Thais to fight during the 1960's and 70's There's a surprise.. I think the Japanese paid them off in WWII. Short battle on a beach, Cha-am area. Thai and Japanese commanders agreed money, went to Bangkok with a suitcase of the stuff and were given free* passage. No links or anything, was told this years back. *Well, not free, but you get the idea. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Thongkorn 3106 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I would Join today , But I being a Falang would get a fine for not wearing my helmet every time i took it off, so sorry i have changed my mind No Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing 91158 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I'd rather learn Khmer. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
DP25 2579 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Thailand is too hot for that, maybe if the tanks have air conditioning Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonrakers 172 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Thailand is too hot for that, maybe if the tanks have air conditioning A TV would be nice too Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
whybother 8263 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Are you wanting to put together a new "Dad's Army"? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonrakers 172 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 So then If we get an air-conned tank each with TV, and work permits, then we're in. I just want to add though that I think the tanks should also have coffee makers. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jingthing 91158 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Would would a foreigner on a NON-immigrant visa have any loyalty to the nation of Thailand? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mca 4275 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Do I get my own tank? and a work permit? That would be the cherry on the trifle wouldn't it. For some weird reason volunteer to fight for Thailand, go off and take a few pot shots at the Cambodians and when home on leave get nicked for working without a work permit. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
mca 4275 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I just want to add though that I think the tanks should also have coffee makers. And none of those no name <deleted> you buy at the Indo-China markets. Big hotel spec Boncafe one where you just press the button for your selection. "O.K. Private Sombat. You just stick your snout out of the turret, see where those Khymen scruffs are and report back. Try not to get your noggin blown off there's a good chap. I'm just trying to decide between espresso or cappuccino." Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
prefabs 89 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 What about the pension? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
krading 52 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Are you wanting to put together a new "Dad's Army"? "Vot ist yoor naem?" "Don't tell him Somchai" "DOH" Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kropotkin 20 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Can we do coups too? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kropotkin 20 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I just thought of a flaw in this cunning initiative. Visa runs to the enemy ...... eeeuuuhhhh Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Pacificperson 266 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Can I be a Major General? Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
kropotkin 20 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Can I be a Major General? Sure. No Problemo. After all, that will increase the number of thai major generals with only 0.00000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000000001% Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonrakers 172 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 I just thought of a flaw in this cunning initiative. Visa runs to the enemy ...... eeeuuuhhhh A flaw? I see it as fortunate because we get two kill two birds with one stone. Pop over to Poi-Pet for a bit of a battle and get a new stamp at the same time. Besides, we'll have work permits anyway. Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
Moonrakers 172 Posted February 6, 2011 Share Posted February 6, 2011 Can we do coups too? Shhhhhhhhh! Link to post Share on other sites More sharing options...
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