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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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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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Cattle Car:
Trailer used to transport troops (usually in Basic Training).
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SINCGARS:
Single Channel Ground Air Radio System.
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Prick:
AN/PRC-77 backpack radio.
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S H I T:
Super High Intensity Training for soldiers in Basic or Boot.
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SOP:
Standard Operating Procedure.
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Can of Squelch:
Something new communication soldiers were sent for.
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Can of Frequency Grease:
Something new communication soldiers are sent to retrieve.
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