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Subject: DEPLOYABILITY CRITERIA AND LEAVE TERMIN FOR CONTIN OPER         

Unit: 101ST ID    

Parent Organization: XVIII CORPS 

Box  ID: BX001604

Folder Title: DEPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS                                                                            

Document Number:          2

Folder Seq  #:        396






                                       UNCLASSIFIED


          X E SOLDIER INFORXRTXON GUIDANCE


          Elements of the 101st Airborne Division (jlir Assault) bav* been
      notified by Department of the Defense for deployment to Saudi Arabia.
      Preparation for movement of forces is currently underway* Exact times of
      movement, exact missions and deployment locations are unknown at this
      time, Alsoo, we do not know the duration of the deployment.
          Soldiers are encouraged to discuss the operation with their
      families* However# numbers of soldiers,, deployment times and locations
      are still classified.
          During the exercise,, named Desert shiel4# U.S. forces will work
      together with those of Saudi Arabia and other nations to preserve the
      integrity of Saudi Arabiao, and dater further aggression. Through their
      presence, as wall as training and exercises,, these multinational forces
      will enhance the overall capability of Saudi armed forces to defend
      their kingdom.
          The Arabs are very sensitive about the basing of foreign troops on
      thier soil* American forces should avoid any comments or actions which
      could lead to the conclusion that our deployment could be permanent* We
      should stress the defensive and temporary nature of our missions while
      emphasizing that we will stay as long as we are needed.
          While in the area# through training and exercises, American forces
      will interaot with local forces* We are guests of the host government
      and it is imperative that we show the proper respect to our host's
      nationals. The Arab culture possesses many customs different than our
      own. certain customs and gestures which are meaningless in our society
      can have significant meaning in the Arab society.
          The use of alcohol is restricted by the Moslem religion and
      prohibited by many host countries in the area of operations. In
e taken into the theatre.
          Pornography and sexually mmlicit literature are equally
      unacceptable in the Arab society and will also not be taken in theatre.
          Always shake hands whenever you meet an Arab and when you leave him.
      Never sit and expose the sole of your shoe or bottom of your feet to an
      Arab -- it is an insult.
          in conversation, generally take the lead from what the Arab brings
      up but avoid initiating personal questions* Do not ask questions about
      the women in an Arab family.
          Arabs take friendship very seriously. Whereas Americans form quick
      and casual froindships,, the Arab concept of friendship is one of
      duration and intensity. Before the Arab enters into a friendship he must
      find out all about you to see how much influence you haver what you can
      do for him and if you might embarrass his. Expect a healthy interest
      from the Arabs in your social,, professional and academic background* not
      only will you affect your credibility but more importantly you can
      seriously harm an Arabla standing and that of his family* Once a
      friendship is formed, you can expect the Arab to use all his influence
      and that of friends to assist you.



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Document 22 f:/Week-22/BX001604/DEPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS/deployability criteria and leave termin for cont:12179611151622
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File Room = jun96_declassified
File Cabinet = Week-22
Box ID = BX001604
Unit = 101ST ID
Parent Organization = XVIII CORPS
Folder Title = DEPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS
Folder Seq # = 396
Subject = DEPLOYABILITY CRITERIA AND LEAVE TERMIN FOR CONT
Document Seq # = 2
Document Date =
Scan Date =
Queued for Declassification = 01-JAN-1980
Short Term Referral = 01-JAN-1980
Long Term Referral = 01-JAN-1980
Permanent Referral = 01-JAN-1980
Non-Health Related Document = 01-JAN-1980
Declassified = 17-DEC-1996