Why does Airstrip One operate on military time, as opposed to standard time?

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Britain has historically used this.

Asked by susie a #277865 on 10/24/2012 9:20 PM

Last updated by Leon De B #614196 on 2/20/2017 4:59 AM

Answered by jill d #170087 on 10/24/2012 11:12 PM

Standard time is actually used in Britain as well as the US. In 1984, military time gives ther novel a much more official feel.

"It was a bright cold day in April, and the clocks were striking thirteen."

The military time gives it the 24 hour feel, the feeling you might have if you were being watched 24/7.

Answered by Leon De B #614196 on 2/20/2017 4:59 AM

Because the concept of military time replacing 'standard' time, gives the setting a futuristc feel.