Tactics been used before. Soldiers either “Go Awol” or are mustered out for (insert generic reason). They go off to “Volunteer” somewhere. Upon returning. They decide to rejoin. Are reinstated at the rank they left at with full pay and benefits. In the case of the Awol. There might be a show trial and a slap on the wrist before it’s brushed under the rug.
Tactics was used frequently in the late 19th and early 20th century during forays into South America.
Tactics been used before. Soldiers either “Go Awol” or are mustered out for (insert generic reason). They go off to “Volunteer” somewhere. Upon returning. They decide to rejoin. Are reinstated at the rank they left at with full pay and benefits. In the case of the Awol. There might be a show trial and a slap on the wrist before it’s brushed under the rug.
Tactics was used frequently in the late 19th and early 20th century during forays into South America.