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MILITARY LINGO
Do you remember all of the slang, jargon & lingo that was used in the Military? How often would you get a good laugh out of those words! Check out the full Collection today and share yours!
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AWOL:
Absent WithOut (authorized) Leave.
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"Goon Platoon":
Marginally performing "boots" put into a "F***Up" platoon for extra marches.
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CPs (Under the Command of the OD):
An army unit's "Courtesy Patrol" of their unit members' behavior off base.
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Eisenhower Jacket:
Army dress-uniform jacket.
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"Class A's":
Army Dress Uniform (Another name for ODs).
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ODs:
Oliver Drabs (Army Dress Uniform).
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CQ:
The "Charge of Quarters" (NCO in charge under the OD).
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OD:
Officer of the Day - in charge.
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The "Family Jewel":
Brass strainer in Army urinal thought to be polished by "boots".
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"Short-arm Inspection" :
Medics' surprise middle of the night exam of troops for VD symptoms.
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Left or Right Handed Squegee Sharpener:
Used to send boots on a wild goose chase for a fake tool.
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Blanket Party:
Form of punishment to help correct a soldier's deficiencies, usually given by fellow soldiers.
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Dirt Dart:
Someone freefalling either from chute not opening or from a fatal hookup (air assault).
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LRRP:
LRRP - Long Range Recon Patrol.
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