[STRTSMRT] “Avoid displaying or broadcasting your nationality…
Concise, highly specific intel “streetcraft” series about practical street smart skills, urban guidelines, concepts and methodologies for covert operatives and civilians in the form of proverbs and quick tips.
Keeping your nationality hidden, like not wearing items that show your country's flag or talking about where you're from, is important for staying under the radar. This is especially true for operatives who need to blend into different places without standing out. Showing off your nationality can attract unwanted attention and make it hard for you to watch, learn, or move around quietly. It's like wearing a bright-colored shirt in a crowd trying to stay unnoticed - it just doesn't work.
In some areas, being from a certain country can actually put you in danger. People's feelings about different countries can change a lot depending on politics and history. If locals know you're from a country they have issues with, you might face unfriendly stares, or worse, get into dangerous situations. This is why hiding where you're from helps keep you and your mission safe.
Lastly, it's a good rule to keep personal info, like your nationality, to yourself. Operatives learn to share very little about themselves to avoid being easily figured out and targeted. This careful way of sharing information isn't just for operatives; it's smart for anyone traveling or working in new places. It means thinking twice before you reveal personal details, including where you're from, to stay safe.