ARmy Rumour SErvice

Originally Posted by Pigshyt_Freeman

I recall that, I think eodmatt recounted how his local employees were given the green light to at least drink as they worked through the heat of the day, as they were doing God's work by clearing mines.

I was on a supply boat in the Persian Gulf a few years back and in conversation with the skipper it turned out he was a Muslim. I'd assumed he wasn't as I'd noticed him eating and drinking during the day (it was Ramadan) but he said that as he was on duty on the bridge and often at the wheel (small vessel) that it would be irresponsible not to be fed and watered and that his religion allowed for such circumstances.

Originally Posted by CaptainPlume

Islam has similar rules for Ramadan, I belive. I've spun this dit before, but will repeat as I think it's good value. My Brother-in-Law was an Officer in the RN & on one occasion had on board his ship a bunch of Muslamic floppies. Coming off watch one day B-i-L went into the wardroom & saw a huge pile of food & being a bit peckish tucked in.

Disaster, it turned out that the food was rations for the floppies who were fasting & intended for when the sun went down. These rations were known as the Ramadanwiches...

You've just reminded me of a prison officer who when dishing out the night time snacks burst into song
'I am the Ramadan man I come from down your way...' can't recall the other words.

Originally Posted by Pigshyt_Freeman

I recall that, I think eodmatt recounted how his local employees were given the green light to at least drink as they worked through the heat of the day, as they were doing God's work by clearing mines.

Having worked with local contractors in Afghan through Ramadan, they certainly used their faith at every opportunity. However my Muslim lads (British Soldiers), were fine. We planned ahead to make sure they were comfortable with the working conditions/feeding arrangements (as best you can when on ops).

As for other cultures in the Army, at Sandhurst we celebrated thanks giving with our American platoon commander, Eid with the Muslim overseas cadets and celebrated/never heard the end of the 2008 grand slam victory (I am also Welsh for all you Taff-bashes).

Originally Posted by Caecilius

I assume that refers to your blokes and not to the RMAS floppies. The latter category did everything but crack on and used their faith as an excuse whenever convenient, depite a healthy level of porn, alcohol and bacon consumption.

...no comment.

Also, contrary to belief, there are circumstances where a Muslim can eat pig. I believe it is allowed after 3 days starving with no other food available.

Originally Posted by EX_STAB

Are you a decent, honest, loyal subject of the Crown? If so I wouldn't worry about your religion. (As long as you're not a cock!) Good luck! :)

does this bar republicans then?

Originally Posted by House Sparrow

does this bar republicans then?

It fucking well should! One needs swear the oath to join. If you swear a false oath, one you don't believe in, then you are fundamentally dishonest and not fit to wear the uniform